Hardware Engineering Technician I

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is hiring a Hardware Engineering Technician I to join its research and development team at its headquarters in Pullman, Whitman County — a full-time, on-site position at one of the power industry's most respected engineering organizations.

About the Role

As a Hardware Engineering Technician I at SEL, you'll be embedded in an R&D environment where precision and curiosity drive the work. You'll evaluate prototype hardware at every stage of development — from bare boards to integrated units — and dig into component-level failures with a hands-on, investigative mindset. This is a role for someone who genuinely enjoys figuring out why something isn't working and documenting exactly what they found.

What You'll Do

• Build, assemble, and bring up prototype PCBs and hardware units in support of active engineering development programs
• Execute structured test plans against prototype assemblies and capture detailed, reproducible test data
• Perform component-level troubleshooting using laboratory instruments including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, logic analyzers, and power supplies
• Interpret schematics and assembly drawings to trace faults and verify circuit behavior
• Work across mixed-signal hardware, interfacing with both digital and analog subsystems
• Communicate findings clearly to hardware engineers and contribute to design iteration cycles
• Maintain organized records of test procedures, observed anomalies, and corrective actions
• Follow ESD handling protocols and lab safety procedures at all times

What We're Looking For

• Hands-on experience with electronic hardware testing or troubleshooting, whether through work, internships, or a technical program
• Comfort reading and interpreting electronic schematics and PCB layouts
• Proficiency with standard bench instruments and test equipment
• Strong attention to detail and methodical approach to problem isolation
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with engineers across disciplines
• Associate degree in Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field — or equivalent demonstrated experience

About Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories

SEL has been engineering solutions for electric power systems since 1982, with a global reputation for reliability and innovation in protective relaying, automation, and control. Based in Pullman, Washington, SEL designs and manufactures its products domestically and operates with a mission centered on making electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. The company's Pullman campus is the heart of its engineering and manufacturing operations, offering a collaborative environment where technicians work alongside some of the industry's leading hardware and firmware engineers.

How to Apply

If this Hardware Engineering Technician I opportunity at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Pullman aligns with your background and goals, submit your application directly through this listing. Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss next steps.