Software Engineering Technician - Manufacturing Automation Software

Pullman, WA

Full Time

Posted November 2, 2026

$34 - $50/hr

Application opens on company website

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed November 3, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Transmission & Distribution
Pay provenance: Employer-provided pay

Our work at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories makes electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.

The solutions you will support have an immediate impact on the efficiency of factory operations and on the quality of the products SEL delivers. You will build, bring-up, support, and optimize the infrastructure that automates operation of our production systems and continuously collects data to drive improvement.
Rapid and accurate troubleshooting of system components including software, services, instruments, networking and hardware interfaces.
Helping operators recover from common equipment and software issues.
Developing clear guides that enable operators to be self-sufficient in resolving routine problems.
Hands-on setup tasks for new automated machines as we expand. This includes assembling automation physical infrastructure, verifying equipment connections and configuration, and coordinating parts and inventory to ensure that installations are ready when needed.
Documenting evidence and outcomes for reported issues.
Communicating issues to operators and engineers.
Identifying opportunities to make SEL's automation more reliable and machine deployments more consistent.
Teaching and mentoring engineers and technicians throughout Manufacturing.

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.