Generac Power Systems

Test Engineer

Generac Power Systems$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology, with 3-5 years relevant experience
  • Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
  • Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills
  • Experience with high power electronics design and development
  • Hands-on experience with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes and power supplies
  • Background in developing Test Plans and procedures for components or systems
  • Demonstrated ability to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct testing on CES products, including assembly and configuration of test systems
  • Support development of Test Plans and Procedures for components and systems
  • Perform root cause analysis and develop solutions for identified issues
  • Document Test Plans, Procedures, Reports, and technical issues comprehensively
  • Drive resolution of technical issues and escalate significant ones to engineering leadership
  • Collaborate with engineers and manufacturing partners to optimize designs
  • Contribute to technology transfer and maintenance of mixed model lines or value streams

Benefits

  • Opportunity for hands-on involvement in cutting-edge product testing
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance design processes
  • Focus on continuous improvement promoting operational excellence
  • Engagement in facility transformation projects and technology transfer
  • Exposure to a range of production environments including high mix and low volume
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Test Engineer to join the team at our manufacturing facility in Sussex, WI! The Manufacturing Test Engineer will be directly involved in the testing and overall validation of our Industrial products. This person will drive component and system level validation, perform root cause analysis, and develop solutions for any issues identified during the validation process. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Conduct testing on our CES products including the assembly of test systems, wiring, configuring products and load banks, and conducting component and system level tests. • Support the development of component and system level Test Plans and Test Procedures. • Perform root cause analysis and develop solutions for issues identified during the development process, manufacturing process and/or field. • Formally document Test Plans, Test Procedures, Test Reports, and any technical issues. • Drive the resolution of technical issues and escalate significant issues to engineering leadership. • Collaborate with other engineers, internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimize complex designs. • Contribute to facility transformation, technology transfer and ongoing maintenance of mixed model lines or value streams. • Implement demand driven principles and strategies that supports operational excellence and long-range plans. (Flexibility, Speed & Responsiveness) • Deploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices and processes. • Work closely with shop floor personnel to promote ongoing continuous improvement of manufacturing methods, systems and controls. • Responsible for area layouts, process definition, PLC programing, design/selection, justification, and implementation of equipment, programs, and tooling. Minimal Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology and 3-5 years related experience in the Engineering function within a similar working environment. Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; • Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills; • Experience with the design and development of high power electronics. • Experience operating in high mix, low volume and high volume, low mix production environments; • Hands on experience running tests on complex electronic components and/or systems; including the use of oscilloscopes, power supplies, and other various electronic test equipment/meter; • Experience developing component and/or system level Test Plans, Test Procedures, and Test Reports • Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.

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
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