NPD Mechanical Project 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.

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

We are seeking a driven and technically skilled Mechanical Project Engineer of NPD to provide engineering leadership and project direction in the development of high-performance generator sets and power generation solutions. This role is responsible for guiding product development from concept through validation, applying expertise in thermodynamics, internal combustion engines, stress analysis, cooling systems, and electrical theory to deliver reliable, cost-effective products.

The ideal candidate will collaborate cross-functionally with Product Management, Engineering Analysts, Lab Technicians, Procurement, and Manufacturing teams to establish product requirements, develop technical specifications, manage project timelines and budgets, and ensure successful execution of multiple projects in a fast-paced matrix environment.

This NPD Mechanical Project Engineer position requires a self-motivated professional with strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills who is committed to engineering excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering innovative solutions that meet performance, durability, quality, and cost targets.

Responsibilities

• Aid in establishing product requirements with Marketing Product Managers.
• Create functional specifications establishing design targets.
• Work with Product marketing to present project business case.
• Provide technical and design direction to Engineering Analysts, and other Engineers.
• Design assigned generator sets to meet performance and cost criteria.
• Approve the selection of all major purchased components (i.e. radiators, fans, air cleaners, engines, etc.) and support the selection with sound engineering calculations.
• Work with Accounting and Procurement functions to track actual project spending and product costs keeping them within prescribed boundaries.
• Validate designs through testing to meet performance, reliability, and durability targets.
• Support, maintain and update existing product designs.
• Use project management skills to keep projects on schedule.
• Provide concise and timely status reports on the progress of each assigned project.
• Lead continual improvement initiatives to streamline internal business processes and support system upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science – Mechanical Engineering from ABET Accredited Institution.
• Minimum of 2-5 years mechanical engineering experience with development of new consumer or industrial products.
• Experience with power generation, internal combustion engines, cooling systems and alternators a plus.
• Exposure to DFMEA, systems engineering practices, or model-based development.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and projects in a structured development environment.
• Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated skills in project management and leadership as well as the ability to work in a team environment.

Pay

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.