Senior Manufacturing Engineering Specialist

Generac Power Systems, Inc.; Jefferson (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k Matching

Paid Time Off

Employee events

Jeans Day

Job summary

Generac Power Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Engineering Specialist to drive manufacturing process improvements and enhance product quality.

You will study methods, identify improvements, and collaborate with shop floor personnel to implement changes across the value chain. The role includes leading area layouts, PLC programming, and equipment tooling selections, while supporting NPI launches and facility transformation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or industrial technology or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of related experience in the Engineering function within a similar working environment.
• Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, Solid Works and/or Creo).
• Knowledge of lean principles and process improvements.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally to achieve results.
• Experience operating in high mix, low volume and high volume, low mix production environments.

Responsibilities

• Significant responsibility for area layouts, process definition, PLC programming; design/selection, justification, and implementation of equipment, programs, and tooling.
• 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.
• 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 supports 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.
• Contribute to creation of innovative ideas to improve business results.
• Deploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices and processes.
• Work closely with shop floor personnel to promote ongoing Continuous Improvement of manufacturing methods, systems and controls.
• Implement objectives to include continuous improvement initiatives to achieve customer satisfaction and fulfillment needs.
• Maintaining and updating PFMEA and risk analysis tools on an as needed basis.

Skills

CAD

Lean

Project leadership

Cross-functional

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or industrial technology

Tools

Windchill PLM

SAP

Creo

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 Senior Engineering Specialist is responsible for ongoing process improvement initiatives that deliver excellence across entire value chain. 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.

Major Responsibilities

• Significant responsibility for area layouts, process definition, PLC programing; design/selection, justification, and implementation of equipment, programs, and tooling.

• 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.

• 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 supports 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.

• Contribute to creation of innovative ideas to improve business results.

• Deploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices and processes.

• Work closely with shop floor personnel to promote ongoing Continuous Improvement of manufacturing methods, systems and controls.

• Implement objectives to include continuous improvement initiatives to achieve customer satisfaction and fulfillment needs.

• Maintaining and updating PFMEA and risk analysis tools on an as needed basis.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or industrial technology or equivalent experience

• 5 years of related experience in the Engineering function within a similar working environment

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• 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 for delivering manufacturing engineering solutions;

• Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment;

• Superior time management, prioritization & analytical problem solving;

• Coaches, mentors less experienced and entry level Engineers;

• Superior mechanical aptitude;

• Design and development of job aids and fixturing;

• Demonstrated skills in developing process improvements through continual improvement;

• Expert in new product introduction design and development;

• Complies with record-keeping and file sharing conventions;

• Adaptable, able to adjust to ongoing changes and improvements.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 10 years of experience in manufacturing environments solving complex problems requiring analytical and mechanical skills,

• 10 years of advanced experience using 3D modeling in Creo or SolidWorks to design fixtures and assembly support aids to improve manufacturability of product on assembly lines,

• 7 years of experience using Windchill PLM and SAP or comparably complex ERP systems and data management tools.

Great Reasons to work for Generac:

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more

• 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

• 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.”