Design Engineer

Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life. Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands. Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter. At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Work-life flexibility
• Recognition and rewards
• Development and career opportunities
• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

The Design Engineer is responsible for leading the mechanical design and development of custom, engineered-to-order generator systems. This role serves as the technical lead and design owner for customer-specific solutions, ensuring delivery of high-quality, cost-effective products that meet performance, manufacturability, and customer requirements. Working in a project-driven environment, the Design Engineer collaborates with cross-functional and global teams to translate customer needs into practical, manufacturable designs, supporting the full product lifecycle from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and CAD development of custom generator sets, enclosures, and related system components
• Own and manage engineering projects from initial requirements through design release and production support
• Develop and maintain detailed parametric models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using Creo
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to CAD designers and support global engineering resources
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Application Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing to ensure alignment and successful project execution
• Translate customer requirements into engineered solutions that meet technical, cost, and delivery objectives
• Ensure designs meet standards for performance, quality, and manufacturability
• Evaluate materials, components, and design approaches to optimize product performance and cost
• Identify technical risks and implement effective, data-driven solutions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to engineering processes and custom product development
• Participate in technical discussions with customers and global engineering teams as needed

Work Environment

Work Mode: Hybrid (3 days onsite)
Location: Sheboygan, WI
Travel: Limited, as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience using Creo for 3D CAD modeling and design

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in generator systems, power systems, or industrial equipment design
• Familiarity with design for manufacturability (DFM) and fabrication processes
• Experience working in a cross-functional, global engineering environment

Core Competencies

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced CAD modeling and technical design capabilities
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional and global teams
• Analytical problem-solving skills with a focus on practical, implementable solutions
• Ability to take ownership and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.

Additional Information

• The Salary range for this position is $83,300.00-$105,200.00.
• The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.
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