Industrial Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

About the Role

Generac’s Internship Program is a full‑time (40 hours per week) summer program running from May/June through August 2027. The program is on‑site with positions available at Generac’s headquarters in Waukesha, WI; Pewaukee, WI; and plant locations throughout Wisconsin. The internship provides students with real‑world experience in a supportive and innovative environment, allowing them to contribute to impactful projects, gain exposure to industry best practices, and build professional connections while working with experienced mentors.

Potential Roles

• Manufacturing Engineering – develop and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, and production methods to safely and efficiently build high‑quality products.
• Industrial Engineering – analyze workflows, resources, and operations to improve productivity, capacity utilization, and overall operational efficiency.
• Automation Engineering – design automated manufacturing systems, robotics, and digital factory technologies that increase throughput, consistency, and safety.
• Continuous Improvement & Quality – lead initiatives focused on quality, process improvement, waste reduction, reliability, and operational excellence using Lean and Six Sigma principles.

Key Duties

• Design, validate, and bring new products to market, supporting product development in industrial, commercial, residential, and/or retail generator or power‑tool product areas.
• Create and maintain CAD models, drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Support product development plans, including schedule, product cost, and meeting design inputs.
• Interface with internal company personnel and provide technical support for assigned projects.
• Specify precise new‑product functional requirements; design, test, and integrate standard components; evaluate design effectiveness, cost/benefit, reliability (risk analysis), and safety.
• Design, develop, execute, and evaluate fitness‑for‑use testing, product specifications, and process validation plans for standard products or components.
• Create and review material part specifications and bills of materials.
• Collaborate with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers, and product specialists to optimize designs for manufacturability.
• Utilize CAD or CAE systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings.
• Travel to other Generac facilities as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Civil Engineering.
• Understanding or working knowledge of Pro‑E and/or AutoCAD.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills; ability to write clearly and succinctly.
• Ability to work full‑time during the summer (40 hour week) with potential to work part‑time during the school year.
• Completion of sophomore year (preferred).

Schedule

Full‑time (40 hours per week) from May/June through August 2027. Potential for part‑time work during the academic year.