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Generac Power Systems Senior Test Engineer - Procedures in Waukesha, Wisconsin
We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.
Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.
We are a team of hardworking builders and doers who share a passion for innovation and a desire to outpace others in our field. We push boundaries and seek opportunities for our products and people to evolve. As an inclusive workplace, we keep equity and respect at the forefront and empower employees to speak up, take accountability, and bring their best energy to work every day. At Generac, we collaborate, share successes, and promote a drive to win while respecting others and supporting growth.
The Senior Test Engineer-Procedures will work with internal customers and other subject matter experts to identify and conduct tests that verify new technologies and applications of Generac products. This involves 1st principles understanding of the technology, major variable identification, creating and executing test plans and procedures to verify component, product or system capability. This position reports to the Test Engineering Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Designs test plans for prototypes, existing, and competitor products.
Setting up test equipment and performing tests without guidance.
Perform intermediate data analysis and summarization with a variety of tools while mentoring others.
Able to sort out the pertinent issues versus the non-pertinent issues (identify root cause). Basic understanding of the assumptions being made in an approximation. Able to generate several alternative solutions and evaluate their feasibility.
Green Belt/Silver: starts and manages CI/6 projects; Mentors others in CI/6 concepts.
Demonstrated written communication and presentation skills.
Ability to clearly present technical information to technical audiences with limited support.
Ability to operate safely in testing environment working with high voltages, temperatures, pressures and energy storage devices.
Supports product R&D and verification development test plans (schedule, cost, risk, performance).
Acts as resource to mentor and teach less-experienced engineers.
Travel to other Generac facilities as necessary.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimal Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline
5+ years of relevant work experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with component, product and system testing in an R&D environment
Experience with power electronics/power converters, energy storage or similar energy technologies
Experience with engine-powered equipment
Experience with accelerated reliability testing and analysis
Experience supporting NRTL Certification Testing (UL, CSA, TUV, CE, etc.)
Ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy on multiple projects
Experience in new product design and development
Applies engineering knowledge and experience to improve products, services and processes
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Work effectively in a fast-paced team environment with multiple customers and suppliers
Lead projects with guidance and complete projects within guidelines
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while mentoring others
Advanced in the use of various mechanical, electrical, electronic measurement components and systems
Advanced understanding and application of electrical techniques and theories
Analyzes test requirements identifying major and minor variables in the test
Identifies equipment required and process flow to execute the test
Creates summarized data reporting requirements and creates data analysis procedures
Updates existing and creates new test and analysis procedures following context and format templates
"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."
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 are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
Our success is directly tied to our employees’ professional growth and personal well-being, combined with strong families and communities. As an inclusive workplace, our employees embrace diversity, celebrate differences, and treat others with equality and respect.
Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.
As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.