Engineering Manager - VI Magnetics

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories seeks an Engineering Manager to lead our Engineering Support team within our growing Magnetics Components Manufacturing division. We are considering candidates from multiple disciplines with management experience.  

In this onsite position, you will work with an energetic engineering team responsible for on-site production support, process improvements including equipment support, machine modifications, as well as leading our external contract manufacturing cell. 

The ideal candidate will have a background in managing engineering teams, be highly disciplined, and work well in a fast-paced environment.

As an Engineering Manager, a typical day might include the following: 

• Leading teams on discipline/technology/process, keeping quality, production, cost and performance objectives in mind.
• Assisting in the development of long-term production and technology strategies.
• Performing management activities to attract, hire, supervise, and develop individual contributors to meet the goals of the group.
• Participating in external meetings and presenting at large internal meetings/forums.
• Modeling, teaching, and applying SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.

This job might be for you if you are a US Citizen and if:

• You have a B.S. in an engineering field or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• You have 8+ years of related engineering or management experience.
• You show a strong technical knowledge in one or more engineering disciplines/technologies.
• You have a demonstrated ability to design/produce/support successful products/processes.
• You can manage product line and process problems requiring creativity, ingenuity, and limited guidance from manager.
• You have a strong desire to develop employees and lead projects.
• You can define general approaches and specific solutions to technical problems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project management experience.

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: $145,400 – 214,900 annually

We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the Engineering Manager I level, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.