Associate Quality Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a professional, innovative and detailed individual for our Associate Supplier Quality Engineer position. If you are looking for an opportunity to provide quality assurance support and lead cross-functional teams in pursuit of problem solving in a world class manufacturing facility, then this position is for you

As an Associate Supplier Quality Engineer, a typical day might include the following:  

• Taking part in supplier development and qualification.

• Identify and measure component failure trends and collaborate with our supplier partners to improve quality.

• Partner with suppliers to understand problems and investigate root cause.

• Evaluate supplier-provided failure analysis and initiate, monitor, and approve supplier corrective actions.

• Provide technical leadership for supplier process improvement.

• Perform supplier audits to determine process capability, compliance to SEL requirements, regulatory, ISO 9001, or other ISO standards. ​

This job might be for you if you have: 

• A B.S. in Engineering or related technical field

• 1+ years of experience in quality engineering or related field

• Demonstrated success in resolution of quality issues in electronic design and manufacturing organizations.

• Basic facilitation, organization, and communication skills.

• Basic understanding of quality assurance methods, including RCA, process capability, FMEA, SPC, etc.

• Awareness of applicable industry standards with understanding of probability/reliability concepts.

• Willing to travel up to 25% of the time.

• Effective project management and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years' experience in quality engineering, process improvement, or data analytics

• Background in Civil Engineering

• Experience using metrology and statistical methods

• Knowledge of probability/reliability concepts

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer

• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015

• Knowledge of design, manufacturing, and service processes

Location Information:

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 an Associate Supplier Quality Engineer: $84,240– $124,461. 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.