Sr. Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Wire Harnesses

Generac; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k)

Onsite gym

Jeans Day

Team events

Job summary

Generac is seeking a Senior Wire Harness Engineer to lead design, development, and industrialization of harness systems for high-volume production. You will drive projects from engineering through manufacturing with direct supervision of technicians.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and experience with advanced manufacturing practices and quality systems. On-site work in a manufacturing setting is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology as required.
• 5 years related experience in engineering within a similar environment.
• Experience leading technicians or shop-floor teams is preferred.

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 lab/build personnel.
• Partner with production teams to optimize line layout, tooling, and build efficiency.
• Define harness architecture and lead DFMEA/PFMEA and validation activities.

Skills

Shop-floor leadership

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

Tools

CATIA

NX

Creo

Capital

Zuken E3

PLM systems

Job description

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