Site Engineer

generac; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems in Oshkosh, WI is seeking a Site Engineer to lead ongoing process improvements across the value chain. You will study manufacturing methods, identify opportunities, and work with operations to implement plans that raise quality and efficiency.

Key responsibilities include coordinating capital projects, supporting facility transformations, implementing standard tools and lean strategies, and ensuring documentation and standards are followed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology required.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience in a similar environment.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or ProE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Operations to plan and execute capital projects and manage outages, contractors, and equipment.
• Contribute to facility transformation and technology transfer.
• Maintain process documentation and standard procedures to ensure consistency.
• Implement demand-driven principles to support operational excellence and long-range plans.
• Develop and deploy standard tools, methodologies, and processes to improve manufacturing performance.
• Define layouts, processes, PLC programming, and tooling selection for new equipment.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Lean principles

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ProE

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 Site Engineer 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

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for coordinating partnering with Operations team to plan, organize, and execute capital projects while managing outages, contractors and equipment.

• 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)

• 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.

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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology and 3-5 years related experience in the Engineering function within a similar working environment.

• 3-5 years of experience in engineering field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, Solid Works and/or ProE);

• Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills;

• Knowledge of lean principles and process improvements;

• Experience managing capital projects;

• Diverse skills and experience leading projects;

• Experience collaborating cross-functionally to achieve desired results;

• Demonstrated skills in problem solving and conflict resolution;

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

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.

“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.”