Mechanical Engineering Technician I

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to Invent Design Build and Support Machine Shop and Fabrication projects within VI - Metals Engineering. Use solid modeling software and manufacturing know how to support design DFM and quoting efforts for SEL production. Support existing equipment using critical thinking and problem solving skills. Work with a fast-paced and motivated team to delight our customers.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Contribute to the development of basic solutions in accordance with defined engineering procedures or guidelines under the supervision of an engineer or experienced technician.

2. Learning to utilize job specific components/tools/standards.

3. Document prototype construction build/test results etc. and maintain engineering records.

4. Assemble and deliver basic solutions and other related components.

5. Provide project estimates (i.e. labor materials schedule etc.).

6. Accurate time logging and recordkeeping according to documented procedures.

7. Follow and apply SEL Values Principles of Operation and World Class Manufacturing.

8. Understand. Create. Simplify.

9. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

1. Two-year technical degree or the equivalent combination of training and relevant work experience.

2. Demonstrated technical competence for ALL of the core curriculum: CAD modeling (CSWA level) & Dimensioning Standards Drawing & schematic interpretation Mathematics (Geometry Trigonometry College algebra) Applied Physics Technical Writing

3. Demonstratable technical competence in 2 of the following pathways:

Design: Machine component sheet metal plastic injection molding rapid prototyping tolerance analysis metrology material/surface finish selection

Stress: Statics Mechanics of Materials stress analysis

Thermal: Thermodynamics Heat Transfer

Automation: Robotics circuits programming machine vision debugging

Machining/Fabrication: Metal forming cutting/machining finishing joining processes metrology

Testing: Engineering testing & instrumentation troubleshooting statistics

4. Typically 2 years in a technical/manufacturing support role involving: Electronics Manufacturing Product Assembly Cables & Harness Assembly Electrical Wiring Product Testing Pneumatics Motor control Automation or Hydraulics.

5. Basic use of MS Office apps

6. Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.

7. Strong written & verbal communication skills.

8. Background check results satisfactory to SEL.

9. Negative drug test result(s).

Preferred Qualifications

1. Proficient use of project management and documentation tools such as Confluence and JIRA

2. Experience identifying and troubleshooting basic process and development problems verifying adherence to product/process specifications.

3. Familiar with/learning the scientific method.

Physical Requirements

1. Lift push pull and maneuver up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 35 pounds occasionally

2. Sit and stand for at least 8 hours

3. Vision correctable to 20/30 or better

4. Ability to differentiate color

5. Proficient in the use of computer keyboard devices

6. Reach Bend Twist

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.

New hiresgenerally startbetween $32.88 -$48.60per hour. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience training knowledge and skills. Our salary ranges aredeterminedby job responsibility and location.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.