Generac Power Systems

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Generac Power Systems$100K — $160K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in electrical power and controls.
  • Expertise in low and medium voltage power systems design and grounding schemes.
  • Proficient in installation, troubleshooting, and programming automated control systems (PLC, HMI).
  • Strong ability to read power control and automation schematics and blueprints.
  • Experience with AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical for creating technical drawings.
  • Familiarity with electrical codes and standards including UL891 and UL1558.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret project specifications, drawings, and correspondence for client projects.
  • Develop detailed electrical designs for switchgear and control systems managing multiple generators.
  • Research and compile Bill of Material for projects.
  • Create schematics, layouts, and diagrams for project submissions and construction.
  • Specify and approve component parts in collaboration with suppliers and purchasing team.
  • Design power system control schemes, including switchgear and microgrid controls.
  • Provide technical support to manufacturing and complete design reviews for accuracy.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on custom projects with high-profile clients.
  • Collaborative work environment across technical, purchasing, and engineering disciplines.
  • Access to ongoing training and development in new technologies.
  • Flexible adaptation to changing project demands and deadlines.
  • Commitment to quality work culture encourages taking initiative and ownership of projects.
Full Job Description

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a highly motivated, energeticengineer to join our team. In this role you will be the 2technical face2 on projects and will be working with clients to design custom (low & medium voltage) switchgear & control solutions to meet their technical specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Interpret project write-ups, customer specifications, drawings, and correspondence
  • Develop detailed electrical designs for low & medium voltage switchgear & controls for systems that control multiple generators and parallel to one or more utility sources
  • Research & create Bill of Material
  • Create AC and DC schematics, component layouts, wiring diagrams, and one-line diagrams for project submittals, construction drawings and As-built9s
  • Coordinate with purchasing and suppliers to specify & approve component parts and assemblies
  • Design and implement power system control schemes including switchgear transfer control, load management control, generator control, microgrid control and SCADA system development.
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, NFPA, NEC, and UL
  • Provide Engineering/Technical support to manufacturing, test and product support
  • Complete design reviews to check accuracy and completeness of designs
  • Research and learn what new technology is available & applicable for projects

NOTE: This job description is not all-inclusive and other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary. In keeping with our corporate culture, all employees are expected to do 2whatever it takes2 to get the job done.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor9s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or related field is preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years9 experience in work related to electrical power and controls preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Knowledge of low and medium voltage power systems design including grounding schemes.
  • Knowledge of installation, troubleshooting, design and programming of automated control systems using PLC9s, HMI9s, PC controls, and distributed processing
  • Ability to read schematics and blueprints for power control and automation at a Power Systems level
  • Experience creating drawings in AutoCad or AutoCad electrical
  • Knowledge of Electrical codes is essential
  • Knowledge of UL891, UL1558, UL Medium Voltage & UL508A would be a plus
  • Experience in dealing with multiple disciplines such as contractors, consultants, engineers, end users, etc.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively within cross functional teams
  • Attention to detail, efficient time management, and effective planning skills
  • Ability to quickly adapt to multiple and often changing schedules and priorities in a deadline driven environment
  • Knowledge of PLC platforms and communication protocols such as Modbus and Canbus

Salary: $100,300.00 - $160,500

Position Demands

Physical Demands (essential functions)

  • Sit for long periods of time, talking, seeing, primarily sedentary work in an office with desk with chair, long periods of use of computer mouse and long periods of looking at monitors and drawings.
  • Travel as needed

Work Environment

  • Office area.
  • Manufacturing shop environment

About Generac Power Systems

Generac Power Systems is a manufacturer of backup power generation products for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The company was founded in 1959 and is headquartered in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Generac operates through two business segments: Domestic and International. The Domestic segment produces generators, transfer switches, and other backup power equipment for residential and commercial customers in the United States. The International segment produces similar products for customers outside the United States. Generac sells its products through a network of dealers and distributors.
Learn more about Generac Power Systems
Size
8,955 employees
Market Cap
$5.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$350.5 million
Founded
1959
5 Year Trend
+20.9%
Revenue
$2.4 billion
NASDAQ

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