Associate Engineer

Generac; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans

Life & disability insurance

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Generac is seeking an Associate Engineer to support the Engineering Lab with test equipment, setup, and data acquisition. You will troubleshoot and document procedures, and help design test fixtures to support product testing.

The role requires hands-on skills with electrical and mechanical systems, strong documentation, and collaboration with engineering teams to drive lab improvements and cost-efficient solutions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; 12 years with Associate Degree acceptable.
• 15 years relevant work experience, or 12 years with an Associate Degree.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Proficiency with electrical and mechanical test equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support test equipment and setup for product testing per procedures.
• Prepare data acquisition devices for recording measurements.
• Design, build, and document electrical and mechanical test fixturing.
• Maintain calibration and operation of lab equipment per ISO 17025.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support lab work and issue resolutions.
• Lead calibration activities and assist with lab audits and 5S programs.
• Update policies and procedures for continuous lab improvement.

Skills

Hand & power tools

Electrical test equipment

Mechanical test equipment

Microsoft Office

Documentation

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree

Tools

Data Acquisition Systems

Welding equipment

ISO 17025 knowledge

Job description

The Associate Engineer is responsible for providing support to the Engineering lab regarding test equipment, test setup, facility needs, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting and Data Acquisition under limited supervision. Partnering with Engineering and other Lab functions to determine specific test equipment and resource needs to support test execution. Should be able to communicate effectively, document work, create procedures, design, and build test fixtures.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• 15 Years relevant work experience, or 12 years of relevant experience and an Associate Degree in related field.
• Proficiency in proper use and application of various hand and power tools.
• Proficiency in use of basic and advanced electrical and mechanical test equipment.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in related field.
• Proficiency working with thermocouples, pressure sensors, and other electrical & mechanical sensors.
• Knowledge with internal combustion engine assemblies.
• 2 years in fields related to the type of products Generac produces.
• Proficiency working with Data Acquisition Systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025
• Experience in welding & shaping sheet metal
• Experience participating in a team-based environment with some project leadership experience.
• Experience in electrical generation devices and related components.
• Experience in mechanical or electrical related field.
• Experience in electrical loading and AC & DC power generation systems.
• Experience in electrical & mechanical design, componentry, and ability to create and interpret schematics & blueprints.

Testing & Support

• Support test equipment and setup for product testing per test procedures.
• Prepare the use of various data acquisition devices for recording mechanical, electrical, and environmental measurements.
• Design, build, implement, and document electrical & mechanical test fixturing to support lab testing needs.
• Maintain test and lab equipment for calibration, functionality, and operation in accordance of ISO 17025 and the Laboratory Scope of Operations.
• Work closely with internal and external engineering teams as needed to support lab work.
• Respond to and be pro-active about lab support requests in a timely manner, effectively, efficiently, and drive to resolution.
• Support R&D testing issues through troubleshooting, diagnosis, solution, and improvements.
• Actively participate in cost reductions solutions.
• Actively participate in product and test equipment improvements.

Clerical

• Correlate and document test data using proper forms and procedures for engineering.
• Maintain test-related documentation in database environment.
• Lead and support Calibration of test equipment and instrumentation.
• Assist with Generac Engineering Laboratory Audit and organizational 5S programs.
• Update and develop policies and procedures supporting the continuous improvement of the Engineering Lab.

Other Duties

• Collaborate with Engineers for planning of testing requirements.
• Mentor and train developing Technicians and Engineers.
• Regular contact with vendors and service providers.
• Recommend laboratory and facilities equipment needs.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Able to work non-standard or extended work hours when necessary.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrate aptitude to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Lead and complete projects within guidelines.
• Demonstrate self-motivation.
• Work effectively in a fast-pace, team environment.
• Communicate effectively through written and oral means.
• Manage and participate in project design, development, and implementation.
• Understand and apply advanced electrical techniques and theories.
• Create and interpret blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Demonstrate understand of quality concepts, continuous improvement, statistical techniques, and preventative/corrective actions.
• Demonstrate instrumentation and testing competence as required per ISO 17025 and the Laboratory Scope of Operations.
• Knowledge of AC and DC electrical generation systems.
• Knowledge of and contribution to a continuous safe work 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 - 50 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.

Benefits

This position includes a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans; life, long-term disability, flexible spending, and health savings accounts, accrued paid time off, 8 paid Holidays, opportunity for overtime and 401(k) retirement benefits.