Lead Test Engineer

at SEL

Record last updated: 6/13/2026 9:23:14 PM

Current Days Open
481
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$79,400.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$124,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Days Open
67
First Seen
2/18/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$79,400.00 (Yearly)
6/13/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$144,400.00 (Yearly)
6/8/2026

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Full Job Description

As a Lead Test Engineer, a typical day will include the following: Evaluate new test technologies and methods. Determine Design for Test (DFT) specifications and coordinate with engineering staff on new product design. Design, develop, and maintain test strategies for new and existing products that meet corporate objectives. Train production testing staff in function, design, and maintenance of all testing processes on the production floor. Gather and analyze test data to improve test coverage and efficiencies. Follow SEL Values. Continuously identify, measure, and improve processes. Understand. Create. Simplify. Other duties as assigned. This job might be for you if you have: BSEE or equivalent work experience Minimum of 5 years experience designing and developing production tests Strong familiarity with test equipment Excellent writing and speaking skills Experience with applicable programming languages Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities Ability to work cooperatively in team environment Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills Background check results satisfactory to SEL Negative drug test result(s) Preferred Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in electronic design, manufacturing and testing Skill in design and construction of test fixtures and test stations Experience in writing test procedures and test documentation Location: Pullman, WA- SELs corporate office 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. Pay Range: Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. The salary range for this position is between $79,400.00 and $124,000.00 annually. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. 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. Were 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401K 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. Communication with Applicants We 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. SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled. SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.

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