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The Opportunity: Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a professional, innovative and detailed individual for our Associate Test Engineer opening within our Research & Development Division. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply new computer technology to help solve our world?s energy challenges, then this may be the position for you!

SEL is located in Eastern Washington 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.

Associate Test Engineer ? Research & DevelopmentResponsibilities: Develop and review moderately complex functional tests under the direction of experienced engineers
Create testing scripts and automated tests as required by the test lead
Design and implement test setups and hardware modifications
Conduct tests per the test plan using programs and script files provided
Document, analyze and communicate test results using spreadsheets, database programs and automated test software
Participate in the test planning process
Mentor technicians in firmware testing
Contribute to improving test methods and tools
Follow and improve R&D processesQualifications: B.S. Degree in Engineering or equivalent software/firmware test experience
Good working knowledge of firmware testing methods and tools
Excellent knowledge of test equipment and tools
Experience in programming with Perl or other scripting languages
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Background check results satisfactory to SEL
Strong writing, documentation and speaking skills
Negative drug test resultsPreferred Qualifications: Experience in Automated Software Testing
Practical knowledge of 3-phase power systems
Knowledge of SEL products and their applications
Knowledge of electric power system protection, integration and automation practices
Ability to read and understand C, Assembler and C++ programs
Experience in serial (RS232/RS485) and/or Ethernet communications.
Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality StandardAn Award Winning CompanySchweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) has a reputation for quality, reliability, integrity, and service, which has enabled us to expand both within the electric utility market and into industrial, international, and OEM markets.

In an independent survey conducted by Newton-Evans Research Company, SEL ranks first in seven categories of performance including technology, features, security against hackers, web/internet information ability, technical service and support, price, and relay setting PC software. SEL provides an excellent work environment and is the recipient of several awards, including one of the ?100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in Washington State? (Puget Sound Business Journal, 1999 ? 2003), ?2005 Washington State Manufacturer of the Year? (Association of Washington Businesses, 2005), ?Most Innovative Supplier? (Energex, 2002), "Entrepreneur of the Year" (Ernst & Young, 2000), and the Washington State Quality Achievement Award (WSQA).Apply Your Talent. Make a Difference. Enjoy the Rewards.Are you ready to be part of a highly motivated and well-equipped team? Are you a quick learner who likes new challenges? If so, then you are ready to join us at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories.

Dr. Edmund O. Schweitzer III delivered the first commercial digital protective relay in 1984. Under his technical, managerial, and fiscal leadership, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories has expanded to over 1800 employees. Ed understands and supports the need for investing in employees. In return, he expects that we hire only the best, most highly motivated team members, and that we deliver simple, reliable, and cost-effective products and solutions.

Our products and solutions must be simple and reliable because they protect the largest, most complicated machine on earth: the electric power grid. Blackouts in the U.S. and Canada remind us that reliable electric power is crucial to our society. SEL provides systems, services, and products for the protection, monitoring, control, automation, and metering of utility and industrial electric systems worldwide.

Our company and our products exist to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. That purpose has made SEL very successful, and the company is managed with sound fiscal judgment and that purpose in mind. Profits are reinvested to fuel the company?s growth.

In addition to offering a variety of challenges in a supportive, stable environment, SEL shares its success with employees by giving them stock in the company. All employees earn stock at the same rate. And because only employees can own SEL stock, the stock price is not subject to market volatility. Even when the stock market value has plunged, SEL stock consistently increased in value.
Employee Testimonial Video: SEL employees describe the opportunity and rewards of a career working at a 100% employee owned company! http://www.youtube.com/selincvideoBenefits: SEL has an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and vision for all regular full-time employees and their entire family; long-term disability and life insurance; education assistance programs; a very generous employee stock ownership plan; 401K; flexible benefit account; and an outstanding work environment.To Apply For This Position:Please click on the link below, search for the position(s) you are interested in, and submit your resume:
http://www.selinc.com/careers/applynow.aspx

SEL is an EEO/AA employer, M/F/D/V encouraged to apply.


Location: Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Compensation: Depends on Qualifications
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