Engineering Technician III Hardware

Front Door Defense; Sheboygan (WI); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Work-life flexibility

Recognition and rewards

Development and career opportunities

Job summary

Rehlko seeks an Engineering Technician III to lead hands-on testing of engines and generators at an onsite facility in Sheboygan, WI. The role focuses on testing, data analysis, and driving improvements to meet Kohler-level standards.

You will configure engines and components for testing, record results, and participate in continuous improvement within a safety-conscious environment. This is an onsite position based in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in a test environment preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school preferred.
• Ability to work with limited direction and information.
• Experience with hardware and software programming is a plus.
• Fabrication experience and use of hand tools helpful.
• Strong attention to detail, highly organized, customer focused, driven to improve and grow.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize work and make decisions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate performance of generators/engines, or systems under simulated operating conditions, and record results.
• Analyze, interpret, document, and communicate test results.
• Assist in the development of new test set-ups and test procedures.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and 5S of test cells, workstation, test equipment.
• Demonstrate technical competency and participate in the continuous improvement process as it relates to your role.
• Manage Lab space, tools, components, work area, test cells.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, making product, system, and process improvement recommendations.

Job description

Engineering Technician III

Lead hands-on testing of engines and generators to validate performance and drive improvements

Location: Sheboygan, Wisconsin

Compensation: $27 - 34 USD / hour

About The Role

Why Work At Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today's world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Work-life flexibility
• Recognition and rewards
• Development and career opportunities
• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love This Job

The Engineering Technician will support new product development teams through test development, data analysis and competitor benchmarking. You will configure engines, generators and components for testing, record data, troubleshoot and ensure performance meets Kohler’s high standards. As a Technician III you will demonstrate initiative improving the product and test systems, as well as take self-directed actions in your role.

This is fully onsite role based in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

Responsibilities:

Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate performance of generators / engines, or systems under simulated operating conditions, and record results.

Analyze, interpret, document, and communicate test results.

Assist in the development of new test set-ups and test procedures.

Perform basic preventive maintenance and 5S of test cells, workstation, test equipment.

• Demonstrate technical competency and participate in the continuous improvement process as it relates to your role.
• Manage Lab space, tools, components, work area, test cells.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, making product, system, and process improvement recommendations.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years' experience working in a test environment preferred. Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude associated with engine or generator development Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school preferred.
• Ability to provide a strong individual contribution in the context of achieving team goals and deadlines.
• Ability to provide technical leadership by assisting others in troubleshooting, answering questions, and determining root cause.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with limited direction and information.
• Experience with hardware and software programming a plus.
• Fabrication experience and use of hand tools helpful.
• Strong attention to detail, highly organized, customer focused, driven to improve and grow.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize work and make decisions.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The hourly range for this position is $26.80-$33.50. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location.