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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is looking for someone to join our Manufacturing team as a Process Engineering Technician I in Lewiston, Idaho. SHIFT: Weekend Swing, (Fri-Mon, 12pm to 10:30pm)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide immediate technical support to manufacturing and clarify production process specification requirements to ensure accurate and efficient production.
- Assist in measuring and improving yield, efficiency, and capacity of manufacturing equipment and processes.
- Document, modify, and maintain manufacturing related procedures.
- Manage the procurement of assembly process tools.
- Train operators and support staff as needed.
- Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
- Understand. Create. Simplify.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with the manufacturing equipment relevant to the role
- Basic computer skills including familiarity with windows-based programs such as Microsoft productivity tools (e.g., Excel, Word, SQL)
- 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
- Experience troubleshooting process and machinery problems
- Experience writing and/or conducting Design of Experiments
- Experience programming and maintaining automated manufacturing equipment and machinery
- Experience preparing materials cross-sections for microscopic analysis
- Working knowledge of basic analog and digital electronics
Physical Requirements
- Lift and maneuver 40 pounds
- Pull weight from high/low shelves
- Reach
- Bend
- Grip
- Twist
- Sit and/or stand at least 8 hours
- Fine finger dexterity
Lewiston, ID – This position is located in Lewiston, ID 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.
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.
Pay Range Data - $32.88 - $48.60 per hour (plus weekend differential: $3.00/hr)
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 a level I, 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.
Level I: $32.88 – $48.60 per hour
Level II: $35.83 – $52.94 per hour
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.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is looking for someone to join our Manufacturing team as a Process Engineering Technician I in Lewiston, Idaho. SHIFT: Weekend Swing, (Fri-Mon, 12pm to 10:30pm)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide immediate technical support to manufacturing and clarify production process specification requirements to ensure accurate and efficient production.
- Assist in measuring and improving yield, efficiency, and capacity of manufacturing equipment and processes.
- Document, modify, and maintain manufacturing related procedures.
- Manage the procurement of assembly process tools.
- Train operators and support staff as needed.
- Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
- Understand. Create. Simplify.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with the manufacturing equipment relevant to the role
- Basic computer skills including familiarity with windows-based programs such as Microsoft productivity tools (e.g., Excel, Word, SQL)
- 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
- Experience troubleshooting process and machinery problems
- Experience writing and/or conducting Design of Experiments
- Experience programming and maintaining automated manufacturing equipment and machinery
- Experience preparing materials cross-sections for microscopic analysis
- Working knowledge of basic analog and digital electronics
Physical Requirements
- Lift and maneuver 40 pounds
- Pull weight from high/low shelves
- Reach
- Bend
- Grip
- Twist
- Sit and/or stand at least 8 hours
- Fine finger dexterity
Lewiston, ID – This position is located in Lewiston, ID 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.
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.
Pay Range Data - $32.88 - $48.60 per hour (plus weekend differential: $3.00/hr)
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 a level I, 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.
Level I: $32.88 – $48.60 per hour
Level II: $35.83 – $52.94 per hour
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.
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Who's Hiring
- Tesla11
- Amazon11
- Eli Lilly6
- Analog Devices5
- Coherent4
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware20
- Manufacturing14
- Technology & Software13
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals13
- Retail9
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in process engineering manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering or a related discipline
- Five or more years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing or production environment
- Demonstrated experience leading Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives
- Proficiency with process simulation software, statistical analysis tools, or MES systems
- Experience managing engineers or technicians and driving cross-functional projects to completion
- Familiarity with GMP, ISO, or industry-specific regulatory and quality standards
Tips for Your Process Engineering Manager Job Search
Quantify your process improvement results
Hiring managers want to see yield gains, cycle time reductions, and cost savings expressed as concrete outcomes. Replace vague phrases like 'improved efficiency' with the actual metric, the process you changed, and the timeframe it took to achieve the result.
Highlight cross-functional leadership on your resume
Process engineering manager roles almost always require coordinating between operations, quality, maintenance, and supply chain. Show specific examples where you led cross-functional teams to solve a process failure or implement a capital project, not just your technical contributions.
Target postings by industry vertical and process type
A process engineering manager in semiconductors needs cleanroom and lithography experience, while one in pharma needs GMP and validation expertise. Filter your search by industry and read the technical requirements carefully before applying so your resume language mirrors the posting.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists process engineering manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a technical case study or whiteboard exercise
Many process engineering manager interviews include a structured problem-solving exercise, often a real production issue the team has faced. Practice walking through a root cause analysis methodology out loud, explaining your diagnostic steps and how you would prioritize corrective actions under time and resource constraints.
Negotiate scope, not just compensation
When you reach the offer stage, clarify headcount, capital budget authority, and reporting structure before accepting. Process engineering manager roles vary widely in actual decision-making power, and a title with no budget control can stall your career progression more than a slightly lower starting package.
Process Engineering Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most process engineering managers?
The companies hiring the most process engineering managers right now include Tesla, Amazon, and Eli Lilly, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is especially strong in pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and chemicals manufacturing.
How many process engineering manager jobs are remote?
About 21% of process engineering manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than most engineering management roles because the work requires direct access to equipment and production lines. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are process design, project management, and continuous improvement program leadership.
How do you become a process engineering manager?
Most process engineering managers start as individual-contributor process engineers, building hands-on experience with equipment, process design, and troubleshooting before taking on project leadership. From there, the typical path is leading a small team or cross-functional improvement project, then moving into a formal management role. Earning a Lean or Six Sigma certification and demonstrating measurable cost or yield results accelerates that transition significantly.
Can you get hired as a process engineering manager with limited management experience?
Yes, if you can demonstrate informal leadership through project ownership, mentoring junior engineers, or driving cross-functional initiatives even without a direct-report title. Employers hiring from within their own engineering ranks regularly promote strong individual contributors into the manager role when the technical credibility is there. Framing your resume around leadership impact rather than years of supervisory experience is the most effective approach.
What does the process engineering manager interview process look like?
The interview process typically runs through a recruiter screen, a technical phone interview with an engineering leader, and then an on-site or virtual loop that includes a behavioral interview, a technical case study or whiteboard exercise, and meetings with cross-functional partners like operations, quality, and supply chain. Some employers add a presentation where you walk through a past improvement project, its results, and how you led the team.
Where can I find and apply to process engineering manager jobs?
You can find and apply to process engineering manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your industry background and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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