Engine Lab Leader – Tech Development & Strategy

generac; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is seeking a Manager Technical Engineering - Engine Lab to lead the advanced Engine Development Laboratory supporting engine strategy in Waukesha, WI. The role requires ICE and/or alternative fuel engine development expertise and strong organizational leadership to guide testing, validation, and lifecycle improvements.

You will partner with Engine Design, Controls, Compliance, Manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure safe, robust, and data-driven engine development execution, while leading

Qualifications

• Associate degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent.
• 10 years of progressive engine or powertrain engineering experience.
• 4 years of people leadership and laboratory or organization development management.
• Deep technical understanding of internal combustion engine systems and development processes.
• Strong leadership presence with ability to influence across functions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex development programs simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead an Engine Development Laboratory organization aligned to Generac’s engine roadmap.
• Establish engineering best practices, standard work, and continuous improvement culture to ensure data quality and testing consistency.
• Develop lab strategy, capability roadmap, capital plans, and staffing plans.
• Oversee engine performance, durability, emissions, certification, and abuse testing activities.
• Ensure safe operation of all engine test cells, fuel systems, and emissions equipment.
• Partner with Engine Design and Controls teams to define development and validation plans.
• Manage budgets, capital investments, and external test partners.
• Drive laboratory throughput, data quality, and on-time delivery of engine development milestones.

Education

Associate’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Tools

Engine testing equipment

Job description

Generac is seeking a Manager Technical Engineering - Engine Lab to lead the advanced Engine Development Laboratory supporting engine strategy in Waukesha, WI. The role requires ICE and/or alternative fuel engine development expertise and strong organizational leadership to guide testing, validation, and lifecycle improvements.

You will partner with Engine Design, Controls, Compliance, Manufacturing, and suppliers to ensure safe, robust, and data-driven engine development execution, while leading