Mechanical Engineering Technician III - 2nd Shift

generac; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is seeking an Engineering Technician III to plan, implement, and evaluate advanced electrical, mechanical, and environmental tests for current and new product designs under supervision. The role supports continuous improvement, problem identification, containment, action plans, and ensures test requirements are met.

The candidate will perform tests, fabricate test equipment, develop bills of materials, document results, and mentor technicians.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Familiarity with ISO 17025 and Laboratory Scope of Operations.
• Preferred: UL, CSA, ASE certifications.
• Experience in welding, sheet metal shaping, milling or turning.
• Experience managing projects or working on project teams.
• Experience with engine dynamometers.

Responsibilities

• Set up test equipment and products per testing procedures.
• Perform tests on prototypes and products for mechanical, electrical, environmental functions.
• Develop and validate bill of materials with Engineering team.
• Maintain test documentation and analyze data.
• Mentor and train developing Technicians.
• Assist with 5S programs and lab audits.
• Suggest laboratory test equipment and facility requirements.

Skills

Excel

Word

Project management

Blueprint reading

Electrical theory

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Engine dynamometers

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

There’s never been a better time to work at Generac. We’re shaping the market and investing in new companies and new technologies. Our rapid growth equals rapid career advancement opportunities for those who want to be challenged and enjoy a fast-paced, high-performance culture.

The Engineering Technician III is responsible for the planning, implementation, and performance of advanced electrical, mechanical, audio, and environmental tests of current and new product designs under general supervision. Facilitates continuous improvement activities to reduce the potential for product defects. Partners with Engineering and is involved with problem identification, containment activities, action plan creation and execution. Ensures that the test requirements for product testing and processes are defined and met.

Shift Schedule is Monday-Thursday 1:30pm-11:00pm and Friday 1:00am-3:30pm.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Setup test equipment and products in proper sequence per testing procedures.
• Perform tests on prototypes, existing, and competitor products for stated criteria involving mechanical, electrical, environmental, and electromechani cal functions through ISO 17025 and Laboratory Scope of Operations.
• Use various mechanical, electrical, and electronic measurement devices.
• Fabricate and lead assembly of test equipment and prototype products per blueprint specifications.
• Develop and validate bill of materials in conjunction with Engineering team.
• Validate laboratory testing methods and demonstrate testing competence per ISO 17025 and the Laboratory Scope of Operations.
• Maintain test-related documentation in database environment.
• Analyze test data and prepare formal and informal test reports.
• Assist with the Generac Engineering Laboratory Audit and organization 5S programs.
• Update and develop policies and procedures supporting the continuous improvement of the Engineering Lab.
• Actively participate with fellow Lab team members in daily maintenance of Lab environment and preventative maintenance of Lab equipment.
• Collaborate with Engineers for planning of testing requirements.
• Recommend laboratory test equipment and facility requirements.
• Mentor and train developing Technicians.

Minimal Qualifications:

• High School Diploma.
• 5 years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• UL, CSA, ASE certification.
• ISO training.
• Proficiency in welding, shaping sheet metal, mill or turning.
• Experience managing projects or participating in project teams.
• Experience using specialized equipment such as engine dynamometers.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Able to work non-standard or extended work hours when necessary.
• Intermediateskills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Manage and participate in projects.
• Interpret blueprint and electrical schematics.
• Demonstrate self-motivation.
• Lead and complete projects within guidelines.
• Work effectively in a fast-pace, team environment.
• Communicate effectively through written and oral means.
• Demonstrate aptitude to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understand and apply advanced electrical techniques and theories.
• Demonstrate testing competence as required per ISO 17025 and the Laboratory Scope of Operations.
• Demonstrate understanding of quality concepts, continuous improvement, statistical techniques and preventative/corrective actions.
• Provide own basic set of tools.

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 - 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.