Product Engineer

Blue Star Power Systems, Inc.; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Star Power Systems, Inc. in Upper North Mankato MN is seeking a Product Engineer focusing on electrical systems and controls integration for generator sets. You will design, develop, and continuously improve genset electrical systems, wiring, and control logic.

The role requires experience with PLC/SCADA, CAD drawings (AutoCAD), and cross-functional collaboration to meet performance and safety standards. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Experience in power generation, industrial electrical systems, or control systems preferred.
• Working knowledge of genset control systems preferred.
• Experience with electrical design software and tools.
• Ability to read and develop schematics, wiring diagrams, and control logic.
• Familiarity with generator operation, synchronization, load sharing, and protective relaying.
• Experience with diesel or natural gas gensets ranging from 30kW to 2MW+.
• Programming experience with PLCs, HMI, or SCADA systems.
• Familiarity with mechanical aspects of gensets (cooling systems, enclosures, fuel systems) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and support low- and medium-voltage electrical systems for diesel and natural gas gensets.
• Specify and integrate components like breakers, relays, sensors, regulators, panels, wiring harnesses.
• Develop schematics, wiring diagrams, and single-line diagrams using CAD tools.
• Program, test, and troubleshoot genset controller systems.
• Integrate PLC/SCADA systems and interface with ATS, BMS, and other auxiliary systems.
• Configure logic, alarms, protections, and remote monitoring capabilities.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Service to meet performance, cost, and manufacturability targets.
• Provide engineering support for custom genset configurations (mobile, standby, prime power).
• Create and maintain product BOMs, wiring diagrams, test plans, and installation guides.
• Ensure compliance with UL2200, NFPA, CSA; support UL/certification testing and inspections.

Skills

Electrical engineering

System integration

Schematics & wiring diagrams

PLC/SCADA programming

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC/SCADA software

Job description

Description

Job Title: Product Engineer

Blue Star Power Systems, a rapidly growing company located in Upper North Mankato MN, is seeking a motivated individual to fill the full-time position of Product Engineer, reporting to the Director of Engineering.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a driven and technically proficient Product Engineer with a focus on electrical systems and control integration for our power generation product lines. This role is responsible for supporting the design, development, and continuous improvement of generator sets (gensets) and related systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, PLC/controller programming, and systems integration within industrial or power generation applications.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Development & Design:

• Design and support low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical systems for diesel and/or natural gas generator sets.
• Specify and integrate components such as circuit breakers, contactors, relays, sensors, voltage regulators, control panels, and wiring harnesses.
• Develop schematics, wiring diagrams, and single-line diagrams using CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD).

Controls & Systems Integration:

• Program, test, and troubleshoot genset controller systems.
• Integrate PLC/SCADA systems and interface with ATS, BMS, and other auxiliary systems.
• Configure system logic, alarms, protections, and remote monitoring capabilities.

Project & Production Support:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing, Purchasing, Service) to ensure product designs meet performance, cost, and manufacturability targets.
• Provide engineering support for custom genset configurations, including mobile, standby, and prime power applications.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Create and maintain technical documentation, including product BOMs, wiring diagrams, test plans, and installation guides.
• Ensure products comply with applicable codes and standards (e.g., UL2200, NFPA, CSA).
• Support UL/certification testing and customer inspection processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field preferred.
• Experience in power generation, industrial electrical systems, or control systems preferred.
• Working knowledge of genset control systems preferred.
• Experience with electrical design software and tools.
• Ability to read and develop schematics, wiring diagrams, and control logic.
• Familiarity with generator operation, synchronization, load sharing, and protective relaying.
• Experience with diesel or natural gas gensets ranging from 30kW to 2MW+.
• Programming experience with PLCs, HMI, or SCADA systems.
• Familiarity with mechanical aspects of gensets (cooling systems, enclosures, fuel systems) is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to product quality and safety.
• Capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

This position offers an aggressive compensation packages including: Excellent starting wage commensurate with experience, 100% company paid Blue Cross health insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, personal time off as well as tremendous opportunities for advancement.