Hybrid Mechanical NPD Engineer – Power Gen

Rehlko; Sheboygan (WI); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Work-life flexibility

Recognition rewards

Development opportunities

Safe and inclusive workplace

Job summary

Rehlko in Sheboygan, WI is seeking a driven Mechanical Project Engineer for New Product Development to provide engineering leadership in the design of high-performance generator sets and power generation solutions.

You will collaborate with Product Management, Engineering Analysts, Lab Technicians, Procurement and Manufacturing to define requirements, develop technical specs, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure reliable, cost-effective products from concept through validation.

Qualifications

• BSME from ABET-accredited institution, 2–5 years mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience with power generation, internal combustion engines, cooling systems, and alternators a plus.
• Exposure to DFMEA, systems engineering practices, or model-based development.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a structured development environment.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish product requirements with Marketing Product Managers.
• Create functional specifications establishing design targets.
• Create project timelines, provide preliminary project spending estimates.
• Work with Marketing to present project business case.
• Provide technical and design direction to Engineers.
• Design generator sets to meet performance and cost criteria.
• Approve selection of major components and support with calculations.
• Track project spending and cost within prescribed boundaries.
• Validate designs through testing to meet performance and durability targets.
• Lead continual improvement initiatives to streamline processes.

Skills

Power generation

Internal combustion engines

Cooling systems

Project management

Leadership

Documentation

Education

ABET-accredited BSME

Job description

Rehlko in Sheboygan, WI is seeking a driven Mechanical Project Engineer for New Product Development to provide engineering leadership in the design of high-performance generator sets and power generation solutions.

You will collaborate with Product Management, Engineering Analysts, Lab Technicians, Procurement and Manufacturing to define requirements, develop technical specs, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure reliable, cost-effective products from concept through validation.