UI/UX Designer

As a UI/UX Designer at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL), you will be responsible for creating user-friendly interfaces for web applications, collaborating with various team members to align designs with business strategies, and ensuring adherence to best design practices. You will also actively participate in design critiques and contribute to the design system, enhancing SEL’s digital presence while advocating for user needs through research.

To apply for the UI/UX Designer position at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, candidates should ideally hold a degree in web design, interactive media, or graphic design. A minimum of 5 years of demonstrable experience in UI/UX design, along with a strong portfolio showcasing relevant work, is essential. Candidates should also have a solid understanding of responsive design, accessibility, and information architecture.

The work environment for a UI/UX Designer at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories is collaborative and supportive. You will be part of a dynamic marketing team that values creativity and open communication. Our office is based in Pullman, WA, a location known for its beautiful surroundings and opportunities for outdoor activities, making it a great place to balance work and leisure.

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories is committed to the professional development of its UI/UX Designers by offering various growth opportunities, including STEM courses, mentorship programs, tuition assistance, and access to engineering development initiatives. Our focus is on continuous learning, enabling you to enhance your skills and advance your career within the company.

UI/UX Designers at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories can enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with retirement benefits like an employer-funded stock ownership plan (ESOP). Additional perks include paid vacation, holidays, sick days, and support for family medical leave, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

When discussing your design process, it's effective to outline your steps clearly—from research and understanding user needs to creating wireframes, prototyping, and user testing. Share how you involve stakeholders in each step and how you iterate based on feedback, emphasizing your user-centered approach.

Highlight a design project that resonates with you, explaining what made it successful. Focus on your role, the challenges you faced, and how you overcame them. Discuss the impacts your design had on users or the business, as this shows your ability to create meaningful designs.

Mention specific resources you use to stay current in UI/UX design, such as industry blogs, online courses, or community forums. Explain how you apply new trends in your projects to demonstrate your commitment to growth and your ability to bring fresh ideas to the team.

Discuss your approach to collecting and analyzing user feedback. Describe techniques like usability testing or surveys and how you prioritize and implement feedback into your designs. This shows that you're focused on user satisfaction and improvement.

Talk about the importance of open communication and constructive feedback in the design process. Share a specific instance where you received criticism, how you responded positively, and the outcome from your collaboration, showcasing your maturity in handling criticisms.

Explain how a design system helps ensure consistency across projects, how you engage with existing guidelines, and how you might contribute to improving it based on user feedback or emerging trends. This shows your strategic thinking and ability to work within established frameworks.

Describe metrics or KPIs you use to evaluate design success, such as user engagement, conversion rates, or usability test results. Highlight how you use data to inform design decisions and iterate further, reflecting your analytical skills.

Discuss your strategies for prioritization, such as using tools for task management or setting clear milestones. Share an example of how you balanced multiple projects, demonstrating your time management skills and ability to deliver high-quality results under pressure.

List the tools and software you are proficient in, such as Sketch, Figma, or Adobe XD. Explain your preferences and why these tools enhance your workflow, showcasing your technical skills and readiness to use the tools that SEL employs.

Address the principles of accessibility you implement, such as using contrasting colors, proper headings, and alt text for images. Share your commitment to creating an inclusive user experience, reflecting your understanding of accessibility standards and user advocacy.