Quality And Reliability Engineer

1 week ago

Waukesha, United States Generac Full time

While Generac is always evolving, our commitment to local and distant communities remains steadfast. Throughout the company’s history, we’ve been dedicated to helping those in need, both in our day-to-day roles and in our efforts to give back. This commitment is our responsibility, pride, and passion. We create products that support people and that philosophy flows into all we do. A career at Generac means contributing your time and skills to create something that has a bigger impact and the potential to change the industry.


The Quality/Reliability Engineer will lead the dissection of returned Generac products from the field. They will be responsible for assessing/documenting the failure modes and comparing them against warranty claims. They will also recommend design solutions and lead improvement of the product through both supplier and Generac factory channels.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Review and dissect returned products from the field to determine root cause(s) of failure/return versus claims.
  • Lead root cause analysis and drive cross functional teams to achieve Generac’s high product performance and reliability standards.
  • Gather and analyze returned product failure mode data to lead improvement initiatives and reduce the potential for future defects.
  • Review engineering specifications/drawings and propose design modifications to improve reliability within cost and other performance requirements.
  • Monitor equipment performance and evaluate equipment history and failure trends to determine sources of poor component performance.
  • Gain a deep understanding of the operating environment and performance requirements for our products.
  • Create detailed reports documenting failure modes and conclusions.
  • Lead the resolution of Generac factory and supplier quality issues.



Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering.
  • 2 years of Quality and/or Reliability Engineering Experience



Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Engineering



Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

  • Knowledge and experience systematically dissecting electrical and mechanical components/systems.
  • Experience with reliability failure modes and failure mechanisms.
  • Ability to apply engineering knowledge and experience to improve products, services, and processes.
  • Ability to solve complex engineering problems.
  • Excellent oral and written communication.
  • Strong root cause and decision-making skills.



Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, 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 are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.



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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, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

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