{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8bc2063b267cfe9447725abf","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8bc2063b267cfe9447725abf","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8bc2063b267cfe9447725abf","title":"Lead Mechanical Engineer","description":"As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, a typical day might include the following:\nCollaborating in the generation of system specifications for new products and set long term product and process strategies.\nAnalyze, design, and develop sophisticated and robust enclosures, components, and assemblies. Performing tolerance studies, computer simulations, and other technical activities required to ensure product quality.\nConducts moderate to complex design reviews to demonstrate product robustness and manufacturability.\nWrite comprehensive analysis and test plans, executes test, reviews test results, and correlates test results with analysis for use at peer design reviews.\nPrepare and maintain project notebooks and product documentation. Generate and maintain accurate bills of material\nProvides and maintains accurate project plans. Manages and/or leads mechanical projects of moderate to high complexity. Coordinating engineering activities with purchasing and manufacturing colleagues.\nMentor and direct the efforts of other Mechanical Engineers and technicians.\n\nThis job might be for you if:\nB.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience\n6+ years of combined experience in: Electromechanical packaging design, computer-aided design (preferably SolidWorks), electronic manufacturing techniques, heat transfer/electronics cooling\nStrong emphasis on simulation/tool driven design and verification methods (FEA, CFD, ANSYS, etc.)\nStrong knowledge of project management processes and procedures\nStrong writing, documentation, and speaking skills\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nM.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related experience\nKnowledge of one or more of the following: Industrial plastic, tool design, thermal modeling, IEC regulatory standards\nLeadership experience or training.\nLocation: We would like to fill this position in Pullman, WA but are open to considering Boise, ID candidates.\nCompetitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.\nPeople are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.\nWe’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.\nWe offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.\nWe 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.\nWe foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.\nAsk our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.\nPay Range Data: $115,300 - $170,400 annually. We anticipate filling this position as a Lead Mechanical Engineer but we are open to reviewing additional candidates with more experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a higher 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.\nCommunication with Applicants\nWe communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.\nSEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.","company":"Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories","rawCompany":"schweitzer engineering laboratories","city":"Pullman","state":"WA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:23:46.083Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"333998","title":"All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-general-purpose-machinery-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lead Mechanical Engineer","description":"As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, a typical day might include the following:\nCollaborating in the generation of system specifications for new products and set long term product and process strategies.\nAnalyze, design, and develop sophisticated and robust enclosures, components, and assemblies. Performing tolerance studies, computer simulations, and other technical activities required to ensure product quality.\nConducts moderate to complex design reviews to demonstrate product robustness and manufacturability.\nWrite comprehensive analysis and test plans, executes test, reviews test results, and correlates test results with analysis for use at peer design reviews.\nPrepare and maintain project notebooks and product documentation. Generate and maintain accurate bills of material\nProvides and maintains accurate project plans. Manages and/or leads mechanical projects of moderate to high complexity. Coordinating engineering activities with purchasing and manufacturing colleagues.\nMentor and direct the efforts of other Mechanical Engineers and technicians.\n\nThis job might be for you if:\nB.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience\n6+ years of combined experience in: Electromechanical packaging design, computer-aided design (preferably SolidWorks), electronic manufacturing techniques, heat transfer/electronics cooling\nStrong emphasis on simulation/tool driven design and verification methods (FEA, CFD, ANSYS, etc.)\nStrong knowledge of project management processes and procedures\nStrong writing, documentation, and speaking skills\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nM.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related experience\nKnowledge of one or more of the following: Industrial plastic, tool design, thermal modeling, IEC regulatory standards\nLeadership experience or training.\nLocation: We would like to fill this position in Pullman, WA but are open to considering Boise, ID candidates.\nCompetitive pay. 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