Quality Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is seeking a self-driven and forward-thinking professional to join our team as a Mechanical or Electrical Engineer. You will work directly with R&D, manufacturing, and support teams to improve the quality and reliability of products and product assembly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement tests to monitor quality using engineering principles.
• Acquire and analyze data using standard quantitative methods to facilitate process analysis and improvements.
• Partner with stakeholders in understanding problems and investigating root cause.
• Ensure the implementation of effective solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Initiate and facilitate cross-functional meetings to address quality issues and brainstorm solutions.
• Facilitate internal/external audits and certification activities, as applicable.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering, Math, Statistics, or other technical degree, or equivalent experience
• Typically, 2+ years of experience in quality engineering, process improvement, or data analytics
• Strong facilitation, organization, and communication skills
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of quality tools and process improvement techniques (FMEA, Six Sigma, PDCA, Lean Manufacturing (WCM), Control Charts, Histograms, Pareto)
• Knowledge of applicable industry standards
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using metrology and statistical methods including statistical control of processes (SCP)
• Knowledge of probability/reliability concepts
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
• Knowledge of ISO 9001
• Knowledge of design, manufacturing, and service processes

Location:

Lewiston, ID - This position is located in Lewiston, ID where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.

• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.

• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.

• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data:

We anticipate filling this position as a Quality Engineer: $97,700.00 - $144,400.00 annually. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience, and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job, and responsibility. We base our starting pay offer and title on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Communication with Applicants

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.