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Senior Mechanical Engineer

1 month ago

Waukesha, United States Generac Power Systems Full time

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Transfer Switch

Company Generac Power Systems

Name Senior Mechanical Engineer - Transfer Switch

Req # 65378

Employment Type Full Time

Shift 1st

We are a team of hardworking builders and doers who share a passion for innovation and a desire to outpace others in our field. We push boundaries and seek opportunities for our products and people to evolve. As an inclusive workplace, we keep equity and respect at the forefront and empower employees to speak up, take accountability, and bring their best energy to work every day. At Generac, we collaborate, share successes, and promote a drive to win while respecting others and supporting growth.

In the role of Senior Mechanical Engineer-Transfer Switch in Waukesha, WI, you will be a part of the Engineering - Transfer Switch team. You will be responsible for providing engineering input to the product development projects assigned to him/her including interfacing with the cross-functional team consisting of engineering, operations (industrial engineering, production, and material procurement), sourcing, quality, service and marketing. This position reports to the Senior Manager Engineering and works closely with other cross functional teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Designs, validates and brings new products to market.

  • Specifies precise new product functional requirements; designs, tests and integrates a variety of moderately complex components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness, cost (including cost/benefit analysis), reliability (risk analysis), and safety.

  • Designs, develops, executes and evaluates fitness-for-use testing, product specifications and process validation plans for a variety of moderately complex products and/or components.

  • Conduct analysis using FEA and CFD.

  • Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) software or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings.

  • Conducts design reviews and root cause analyses.

Minimal Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline.

  • 5+ years of relevant work experience.

Other Qualifications:

  • Ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy on multiple projects.

  • Previous experience in either Switch Gear design or similar electrical integration experience with Sheetmetal enclosures referencing appropriate UL and NEC standards.

  • Design experience with a variety of materials (i.e. plastics, aluminum castings, sheet metal) and basic knowledge of material specs and use.

  • Experience in new product design and development.

  • Ability to conduct analysis using FEA, CFD, etc.

  • Demonstrated written communication and presentation skills.

  • Ability to translate technical information to all audiences.

  • Applies engineering knowledge and experience to improve products, services and processes.

Leadership Principles:

  • You have Integrity to do the right thing and walk the talk.

  • You’re Innovative. You experiment, push boundaries, and have great ideas that bring breakthrough results.

  • You lead with Agility and learn in the moment and set the pace for success.

  • You have a strong connection with People and are a talent champion.

  • You inspire by bringing your best every day and encouraging professional growth for yourself and others.

  • You foster a Team Environment and take pride in our organization and understand working together achieves results.

  • You lead with Excellence through continuous improvement and a drive to win.

  • You’re ready to Influence positive change by being a supportive team member and respecting the trust our customers have in us.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • 3D Modeling (Creo or SolidWorks)

  • Windchill PLM

  • MS Excel, MS Word

  • Experience with Switch Gear- electrical design highly preferred.

  • Familiarity with electrical machine manufacturing processes.

  • Previous experience with SAP or equivalent ERP.

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.

  • Enjoy 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.

  • Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back. The company proudly offers a Volunteer Time Off program, inviting team members to participate in charitable volunteer opportunities on company time.

  • 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.

  • We’re an inclusive company that celebrates differences and keeps equity and respect at the forefront.

  • We offer product loan and discount programs.

This position includes a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans; life, long-term disability, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accrued paid time off, 8 paid Holidays and 401(k) retirement benefits.

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 ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“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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