Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Alternators

Generac Power Systems Inc; Waukesha (WI); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Onsite gym & walking trails

Employee events

Zusammenfassung

Generac Power Systems, Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Alternator Strategy to shape and execute a long-term alternator manufacturing strategy. You will define layouts, set process definitions, and lead the introduction of new products within Operations.

You will scout emerging technologies, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with shop floor teams to improve throughput, quality, and cost efficiency while maintaining product leadership.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology.
• 5 years of related experience in engineering in a similar setting.

Aufgaben

• Define and implement area layouts and process definitions.
• Lead NPI launches within Operations for alternator manufacturing.
• Identify and apply emerging manufacturing technologies.
• Support continuous improvement and reduce cost of operation.
• Collaborate with shop floor teams to ensure quality and throughput.

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

Tools

CAD software

Jobbeschreibung

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?

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Alternator Strategy As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer in Advanced Manufacturing, you will define and execute Generac’s long-term alternator strategy. This role is responsible for scouting, vetting, and implementing high-impact, emerging technologies to transform current manufacturing capabilities and maintain market leadership. This position develops and improves manufacturing processes and product quality by studying product and manufacturing methods, identifying areas of improvement, and working with manufacturing personnel to ensure plans are implemented.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Significant responsibility for area layouts, process definition, PLC programing; design/selection, justification, and implementation of equipment, programs, and tooling
• Identify and implement emerging technologies to advance alternator manufacturing processes and throughput
• Contribute to the implementation of the Generac Fulfillment System (GFS) across the Order-to-Cash process (Plan, Source, Make, Deliver & Service)
• Responsible for leading and coordinating the successful launch of New Product Introductions (NPI) within Operations, largely pertaining to alternator manufacturing
• Contribute to facility transformation, technology transfer and ongoing maintenance of mixed model lines or value streams
• Ensure ongoing success of process improvement initiatives by implementing policies, procedures and process documentation
• Implement demand driven principles and strategies that support operational excellence and long-range plans. (Flexibility, Speed & Responsiveness)
• Ensure product, material and information streams flow and are synchronized to produce maximum efficiencies and lowest cost of operation
• Ideate, drive, and contribute to creation of innovative ideas to improve business results
• Deploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices and processes
• Implement objectives to include continuous improvement initiatives to achieve customer satisfaction and fulfillment needs
• Work closely with shop floor personnel to promote ongoing Continuous Improvement of manufacturing methods, systems and controls.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology
• 5 years of related experience in the Engineering function within a similar working environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Generator/Alternator/Electrical experience highly valued
• Experience with automation, robotics, and PLC programming
• Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, Solid Works and/or Creo)
• Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of lean principles and process improvements
• Diverse skills and experience leading projects
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally to achieve desired results
• Experience operating in high mix, low volume and high volume, low mix production environments
• Demonstrated skills in problem solving and conflict resolution
• Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment

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 include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

Great Reasons to work for Generac:

Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parking and many employee activities Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers Eligible for summer hours! (Memorial Day – Labor Day) Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days. Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day. Product loan and discount programs

“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.”