Hardware Engineer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Analyzes, designs, and develops conventional analog and digital circuits. Conducts moderate to complex design reviews to demonstrate product and circuit robustness.
• Develops hardware specifications and prepares system level specifications.
• Writes and analyzes test plans, executes tests and evaluates test results for use at peer design reviews and project notebooks.
• Prepares and maintains product documentation, including data sheets, instruction manuals, project notebooks, design and test documentation.
• Provides and maintains accurate project plans. Manages and/or leads hardware projects of moderate complexity. Coordinates engineering activities with purchasing and manufacturing.
• Mentors and directs the efforts of associate engineers and technicians.
• Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
• Understand. Create. Simplify.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications Include:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Typically 2+ years of combined experience in at least 2 of the following areas:

  • Analog circuit design

  • Digital design with microprocessors

  • Power supply design

  • Digital design with emphasis on Programmable Logic including:

  • VHDL/Verilog

  • Xilinx/Altera/Micro Semi Tools

  • Simulation, Timing, Analysis, and Synthesis

• Working knowledge of project management processes and procedures

• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

• Background check results satisfactory to SEL

• Negative drug test result(s)

Preferred Qualifications Include:

• Knowledge of one or more of the following:

  • Industrial controls

  • 3-phase and electric power systems

  • Electric utility telecommunications

  • Leadership experience or training​

Location: Boise, ID

This position is located in Boise, ID, capital of the gem state, and on the Boise River in the southwestern part of the state. You will enjoy local restaurants in a vibrant downtown full of small businesses, easy access to mountain foothills and 190 miles of trails. The city is also home to great schools and universities including Boise State University. Boise has been ranked as one of America's fastest growing cities, making it a great place to live and work.

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.

Salary Range Data

$97,700 - $130,300 annually

We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at the Engineer level, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.

Associate Hardware Engineer: $84,200 - $112,300 annually

Hardware Engineer: $97,700 - $130,300 annually

Lead Hardware Engineer: $115,300 - $153,700 annually

Communication with Applicants 

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.