Mechanical Engineering Technician IV

generac; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Generac is seeking an Engineering Technician IV to perform electrical, mechanical, and environmental tests on current and new designs under supervision. The role involves continuous improvement to reduce defects, problem identification, containment, and action planning to ensure test requirements are met.

The position supports the engineering lab with test setup, data recording, and collaboration with manufacturing. A high school diploma and 10 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up test equipment and products per testing procedures.
• Perform tests on prototypes, existing, and competitor products for specified criteria (mechanical, electrical, environmental, electromechanical) per ISO 17025 scope.
• Interpret and document measurements and scientific notation (temperature, pressure, etc.).
• Assist in assembly and fabrication of test equipment per blueprints.
• Support manufacturing through troubleshooting; maintain test documentation and databases.
• Prepare formal and informal test reports and assist with audits and 5S programs.

Skills

Electrical testing

Mechanical testing

ISO 17025

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Test equipment

Measurement devices

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?

The Engineering Technician IV is responsible for performing electrical, mechanical, and environmental tests of current and new product designs under close supervision. Conducts continuous improvement activities to reduce the potential for product defects. Involved with problem identification, containment activities, action plan development and execution. Ensure that the test requirements for product testing and processes are defined and met.

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 electromechanical functions through ISO 17025 and Laboratory Scope of Operations
• Use various mechanical, electrical, and electronic measurement devices;
• Accurately interpret and document scientific notation, temperature, pressure, and other measurements
• Assists in the assembly and fabrication of test equipment and prototype products per blueprint specifications
• Follow guidelines for bill of materials
• Support manufacturing through troubleshooting activities; Maintain test-related documentation in, and support administration of, database environment
• Prepare formal and informal test reports
• Assist with the Generac Engineering Laboratory Audit and organization 5S programs

Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• 10 Years of relevant work experience

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.

\"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.\"