Reliability Engineer II

West Coast Energy Systems; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems in Wisconsin seeks a Reliability Engineer II to drive validation plans and lead cross-functional testing of electrical and mechanical systems to ensure reliability and performance. You will evaluate failure modes and develop solutions to mitigate issues while documenting findings.

Working with design, manufacturing and other sites, you will propose design modifications, monitor trends, and prepare detailed reports to guide improvements and sustain product robustness across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• 2 years of Reliability Engineering experience.
• Experience testing electrical and mechanical systems for reliability.
• Strong knowledge of reliability fail modes and test standards.

Responsibilities

• Drive cross-functional teams to meet reliability standards.
• Evaluate failure modes and develop mitigation solutions.
• Advise design reviews with reliability findings.
• Review specs and propose design improvements for reliability.
• Monitor performance and analyze failure trends.
• Collaborate with other locations to share reliability best practices.
• Understand operating environments and performance requirements.
• Create detailed reports summarizing findings.
• Support root cause analysis of testing and returns.

Skills

Electrical testing

Mechanical testing

Reliability failure modes

Test standards

Problem solving

Statistical analysis

Communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

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 Reliability Engineer II will be directly involved in the overall evaluation of Generac Power Systems products. This engineer will be responsible for creating and monitoring the validation plan for these products. This person is expected to drive component and system level testing to evaluate design robustness and reliability. This role will be responsible for evaluating equipment failure modes and utilizing engineering experience and training to develop solutions for eliminating potential failures.

Major Responsibilities

• Drive cross functional teams to achieve Generac's high product performance and reliability standards.
• Evaluate equipment failure modes and utilize engineering experience and training to develop solutions for eliminating/mitigating potential failure
• Advise and confer with engineers in design review meetings to give reliability findings and recommendations
• Review engineering specifications/drawings and propose design modifications to improve reliability within cost and other performance requirements
• Monitor equipment performance and evaluate equipment history and failure trends to determine sources of poor component performance
• Partner with other manufacturing locations to develop Reliability Best Practices and to collaboratively work through common issues.
• Gain a deep understanding of the operating environment and performance requirements for our products.
• Create detailed reports documenting all findings and conclusions.
• Support root cause analysis and resolution of issues found during testing and on returned products

Education

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering.

Work Experience

• 2 years of Reliability Engineering Experience

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge and experience testing electrical and mechanical systems for reliability.
• Experience with reliability fail modes and fail mechanisms with respect to reliability.
• Very good understanding of relevant test standards.
• Ability to apply engineering knowledge and experience to improve products, services, and processes.
• Ability to solve complex engineering problems.
• Statistical analysis knowledge to assess reliability risk based on design and application.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Strong decision-making skills.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Master's degree in Engineering

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 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

"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."