Demo

Lead Hardware Engineer

selinc
Eastern, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/3/2026
Note: US Citizenship Required As a Lead Hardware Design Engineer, a typical day might include the following: Analyze, design, and develop conventional analog and digital circuits. Conduct moderate to complex design reviews to demonstrate product and circuit robustness. Develop hardware specifications and prepare system level specifications. Write and analyze test plans, executes tests and evaluates test results for use at peer design reviews and project notebooks. Prepare and maintain product documentation, including data sheets, instruction manuals, project notebooks, design and test documentation. Provide and maintain accurate project plans. Manage and/or lead hardware projects of moderate complexity. Coordinate engineering activities with purchasing and manufacturing. Mentor and direct the efforts of engineers and technicians. Required Qualifications B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience 5 years of combined experience in at least 2 of the following areas: -- Analog circuit design, analysis, and simulation -- Digital circuit design, analysis, and simulation -- Microprocessor and FPGA system design -- Data acquisition and mixed system design -- Ethernet and fiber optic communications interface design -- Switching power supply design -- Electromagnetic compatibility and standards compliance experience is a plus -- Hands on experience with prototyping is a plus -- PCB layout experience is a plus Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of one or more of the following: -- Analog electronics industrial controls design -- Digital and mixed signal electronics design -- Industrial controls -- 3-phase and electric power systems -- Electric utility telecommunications Location Pullman, WA- SEL 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. 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 We anticipate filling this position as a Lead Hardware Engineer: $115,290 - $170,349. Our compensation ranges are based on the responsibilities of the role. Starting pay is determined individually and considers factors such as relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and training. Candidates may be considered at different levels based on their background. As a result, pay may vary to align with the level of the role. 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.

Salary : $115,290 - $170,349

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Lead Hardware Engineer?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Lead Hardware Engineer career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$138,606 - $166,258
Income Estimation: 
$168,845 - $197,281
Income Estimation: 
$112,230 - $133,397
Income Estimation: 
$138,606 - $166,258
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at selinc

  • selinc Eastern, WA
  • The devices we make at SEL are embedded in the power grid and critical infrastructure. They prevent blackouts, control processes, and reliably communicate ... more
  • 19 Days Ago

  • selinc Eastern, WA
  • As a Hardware Engineering Technician, a typical day might include the following: Perform basic electronic hardware tests in accordance with defined enginee... more
  • 20 Days Ago

  • selinc Eastern, WA
  • Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is a global leader in electric power systems protection, monitoring and control. SEL is actively engaged around p... more
  • 1 Month Ago

  • selinc Eastern, WA
  • Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks an Electrical Engineer to design and support electrical control and protection cabinets. This position focu... more
  • 1 Month Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Lead Hardware Engineer jobs in the Eastern, WA area that may be a better fit.

  • Upcoming Engineer Safety Harbor, FL
  • Sri Rahul Raghav Here to share some amazing content on various niches. Engineer by profession and Writer by passion. more
  • 21 Days Ago

  • Lead Sunnyvale, CA
  • Lead is a fintech building banking infrastructure for embedded financial products and services. We operate an FDIC-insured bank headquartered in Kansas Cit... more
  • 1 Month Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!