Electronics Associate Scientist

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

Job Location:

Pullman, WA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 84240 - 124461

Posted on: 24-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Come join our Failure Analysis Lab as an Electronics Associate Scientist! We are an inquisitive group analyzing component failures to determine root cause and prevent future failures for our customers and manufacturing team. We troubleshoot component failures using a variety of methods ranging from functional testing in our electronics laboratory to destructive testing in our failure analysis laboratory. If you are a natural problem solver and have a solid electronics background we would love to have you help us find the root cause of every defect!

As anElectronics Associate Scientist a typical day might include the following:

Leading technicians with troubleshooting and characterizing electrical and mechanical components based on data sheets and drawing specifications.
Guiding technicians in developing test methods and techniques for electrical evaluation. Training quality specialists and technicians as required.
Operating measurement equipment such as curve tracers oscilloscopes and digital multi-meters.
Preparing conducting and documenting reliability testing under the guidance of an experienced technician or engineer.
Using x-ray system LCR meters Oscilloscopes other electronics equipment and optical microscopes in support of component troubleshooting.
Assisting engineers.

This job might be for you if:

You have in-depth knowledge of analog and digital electronics and electronic circuits.
You have in-depth knowledge of mechanical drawings data sheets specifications and materials.
You are skilled with modern test equipment.
You have excellent problem-solving skills.
You have strong writing documentation and speaking skills
Familiarity with programing languages (C C python etc.)
Experience with computer equipment and operating systems

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in an Electronics Discipline
2-3 years of experience in electronics
Working knowledge of electronic failure analysis
Working knowledge of reliability testing methods

Location

Pullman WA-This position is located inPullman WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings no traffic hassles and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains rivers and forests. Plus benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.

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.

Were 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

Electronics Associate Scientist $84240 - $124461. 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 responsibility and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience training knowledge and skills.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

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