NPD Mechanical Project Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Rehlko is seeking a driven Mechanical Project Engineer for NPD to lead development of high-performance generator sets. You will guide projects from concept to validation, applying thermodynamics, engine knowledge, and stress analysis to deliver reliable products.

Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering Analysts, Lab Technicians, Procurement, and Manufacturing to define requirements, develop specs, manage timelines and budgets, and drive multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BSME in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 2–5 years mechanical engineering experience in product development.
• Experience with power generation, engines, cooling systems a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define product requirements with Marketing and translate to functional specs.
• Create project timelines and preliminary spending estimates; assist in business case.
• Provide design direction to engineering team and validate via testing.
• Design generator sets to meet performance and cost targets.
• Approve major components and support cost analysis.
• Track project spending with accounting and procurement.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

Leadership

DFMEA exposure

Education

BSME (Mechanical Engineering) from ABET Accredited Institution

Job description

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

We are seeking a driven and technically skilled Mechanical Project Engineer of NPD to provide engineering leadership and project direction in the development of high-performance generator sets and power generation solutions. This role is responsible for guiding product development from concept through validation, applying expertise in thermodynamics, internal combustion engines, stress analysis, cooling systems, and electrical theory to deliver reliable, cost-effective products.

The ideal candidate will collaborate cross-functionally with Product Management, Engineering Analysts, Lab Technicians, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams to establish product requirements, develop technical specifications, manage project timelines and budgets, and ensure successful execution of multiple projects in a fast-paced matrix environment. This NPD Mechanical Project Engineer position requires a self-motivated professional with strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills who is committed to engineering excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering innovative solutions that meet performance, durability, quality, and cost targets.

Work mode: Hybrid-3 days on site

Location: N7650 County Rd LS, Sheboygan, WI, 53083

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing product requirements with Marketing Product Mangers. Use those requirements to create functional specifications establishing design targets.
• Create project timelines, provide preliminary project spending estimates. Work with Product marketing to present project business case.
• Provide technical and design direction to Engineering Analysts, and other Engineers.
• Design assigned generator sets to meet performance and cost criteria.
• Approve the selection of all major purchased components (i.e. radiators, fans, air cleaners, engines, etc.) and support the selection with sound engineering calculations.
• Work with Accounting and Procurement functions to track actual project spending and product costs keeping them within prescribed boundaries.
• Validate designs through testing to meet performance, reliability, and durability targets.
• Support, maintain and update existing product designs.
• Use project management skills to keep projects on schedule.
• Provide concise and timely status reports on the progress of each assigned project.
• Lead continual improvement initiatives to streamline internal business processes and support system upgrades.

Requirements

• BSME (Bachelor of Science – Mechanical Engineering from ABET Accredited Institution).
• Minimum of 2-5 years mechanical engineering experience with development of new consumer or industrial products.
• 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 work on multiple tasks and projects in a structured development environment.
• Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated skills in project management and leadership as well as the ability to work in a team environment.

Work mode: Hybrid-3 days on site

Location: N7650 County Rd LS, Sheboygan, WI, 53083

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

The Salary range for this position is $83,300.00-$105,200.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

About Us

Rehlkoproudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation.Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlkomatching, and more!?

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person’s physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact [e-mail]. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Our Values

Curiosity – Seek, learn, share

Trust – Go farther together

Pace – Focus to go faster

Excellence – Find the win every day