Sr. Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Wire Harnesses

generac; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

Onsite gym

Walking trails

Cafe and free parking

Employee activities

Job summary

Generac is seeking a results-driven Senior Wire Harness Engineer with strong project management and manufacturing leadership experience to support advanced manufacturing operations.

This role is responsible for designing robust wire harness solutions while driving seamless execution from engineering through production, including direct leadership of technicians and close engagement with the manufacturing floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology.
• Minimum 5 years of related engineering experience in a similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and industrialization of wire harness systems for production environments.
• Own end-to-end project execution across engineering and manufacturing phases.
• Provide direct supervision to harness technicians and shop-floor personnel.
• Define harness architecture including connectors, routing, shielding, and protection systems.
• Lead DFMEA/PFMEA, control plans, and validation activities.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize line layout, tooling, and build efficiency.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Manufacturing/process understanding

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

Tools

CATIA

NX

Creo

Capital

Zuken E3

PLM systems

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?

We are seeking a results-driven Senior Wire Harness Engineer with strong project management and manufacturing leadership experience to support advanced manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for designing robust wire harness solutions while driving seamless execution from engineering through production, including direct leadership of technicians and close engagement with the manufacturing floor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering Execution
• Lead the design, development, and industrialization of wire harness systems for production environments.
• Project & Program Management
• Own end-to-end project execution across engineering and manufacturing phases.
• Team Leadership (Technicians & Shop-Floor Support)
• Provide direct supervision to harness technicians and lab/build personnel.
• Manufacturing Integration & Operational Excellence
• Partner closely with production teams to optimize line layout, tooling, and build efficiency.
• Technical Expertise
• Define harness architecture including connectors, terminals, routing, shielding, and protection systems and necessary fixtures/tool for high volume production.
• Lead FMEA (DFMEA/PFMEA), control plans, and validation activities.
• Use tools such as CATIA, NX, Creo, Capital, or Zuken E3, and PLM systems.

Required Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience supporting production, NPI, and manufacturing ramp-ups
• Experience leading technicians or shop-floor teams
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, assembly methods, and quality systems
• Demonstrated project management experience with cross-functional teams
• Experience in advanced manufacturing, EV, industrial equipment, or high-mix/low-volume production
• PMP certification or equivalent program management experience
• Lean / Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher)
• Familiarity with automation, digital manufacturing tools, or Industry 4.0 practices
• Experience with high-voltage or complex electrical systems

Key Competencies:

• Strong engineering-to-manufacturing integration mindset
• Hands‑on leadership with shop‑floor presence
• Execution focus with high accountability
• Continuous improvement and Lean thinking
• Ability to balance technical depth with operational speed
• Strong communication across engineering and operations

Work Environment:

Predominantly on‑site in manufacturing and engineering environments. High interaction with production floor, labs, and cross‑functional teams. Occasional travel to suppliers, validation sites & Production Sites

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.