Senior Electrical Engineer

Kohler (Rehlko); Kohler (WI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehlko in Kohler, WI seeks a Sr. Staff Electrical Engineer to lead design, development, and implementation of electrical components and software for engine control systems. Hybrid role with on-site work 3 days per week; relocation open.

You will guide model-based software, MATLAB/Simulink tools, and collaboration with engine suppliers. The role requires deep expertise in embedded systems, MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow, and C++ coding, along with 8+ years in automotive or powertrain software

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering with embedded systems focus.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in automotive/powertrain or commercial vehicle software development, management and implementation.
• 4+ years MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow experience (Modeling, simulation, analysis).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of electrical components, systems, and software for engine control.
• Manage engine fuel injection and electronic governor control systems.
• Develop, test, and verify software using MATLAB/Simulink and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.

Skills

Embedded systems

Model-based development

C++ programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/ Electrical Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering (embedded systems)

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Stateflow

C++

Job description

Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource - energy - that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today's world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions - large and small - that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization's success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone's responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

• 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

Under the general direction of the Combustion Engineering Manager, the Sr. Staff Electrical Engineer has responsibility for the design, development, and implementation of electrical components, systems, and software to operate associated hardware for engines and engine control systems for Rehlko engine platforms.

This is a hybrid role based in Kohler, WI , requiring on-site work 3 days per week. Open to relocation.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Lead role in identifying, developing, calibrating, and hardware implementation of control software for engine fuel injection and electronic control systems via model-based software platforms and tools such as MATLAB/Simulink and C++ coding.
• Leads electrical project team, concentrating on engine control systems used for fuel injection systems, electronic governor controls and associated diagnostics.
• Develops and executes test specifications including software verification plans, test procedures and test environments.
• Identifies potential risks or roadblocks; seeks guidance from responsible individuals or organizations.
• Independently performs development and testing of complex engine electrical components and systems.
• Lead software strategy development and release from requirements to validation.
• Identify and specify appropriate tools to test and implement designs.
• Identify and apply state of the art technologies, executing projects utilizing these.
• Work closely with electronic controller suppliers to implement software into final product.
• Develop, code, analyze, review, debug and implement software for applications.
• Develop and implement custom features using MATLAB/Simulink software or program code.
• Lead implementation and use of Hardware in Loop (HIL) systems.
• Provide system updates for performance tuning, improvement, balancing and usability.
• Understand and support software modeling and simulation to develop concepts.
• Integrate software with existing systems including testing and quality assurance.
• Support, maintain, and document software functionality.
• Perform functional testing along with troubleshooting capabilities.
• Develops innovative technologies used in product development.
• Contribute to lessons learned methodology and continuous process improvement.
• Makes appropriate technical decisions using decision support tools and critical thinking including risk/reward ratios and critical pathing, with a focus on business needs.
• Delivery of project work to time, cost, performance, and quality.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's of Science in Computer Science/ Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis on embedded system development and implementation.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in automotive, powertrain, or other commercial vehicle application software development, management and implementation.
• Four or more years MatLab/Simulink/Stateflow experience (Modeling, simulating, and analysis).