Staff Electrical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead complex root cause investigations on product quality issues, working cross-functionally with quality, service, production, and design engineering teams
• Design, develop, execute, and evaluate advanced diagnostic approaches to identify and define root causes of field and product issues
• Implement corrective actions to resolve existing issues and prevent recurrence across current and future product designs
• Drive and participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability, reduce field failures, and improve customer satisfaction
• Support the Industrial Service team in resolving escalated customer issues requiring deep technical expertise
• Collaborate with Product Engineering and Manufacturing to incorporate field feedback and lessons learned into new product development and production processes
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA) to ensure consistent and effective resolution of engineering issues
• Travel as needed to Generac facilities and customer sites to support investigation and resolution efforts
• Mentor and coach less experienced engineers, acting as a technical resource and contributing to team capability development
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional project teams, ensuring alignment and successful execution across stakeholders
• Contribute to engineering standards, procedures, and best practices while driving improvements in engineering impact on business performance

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• 7+ years of relevant engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in new product design and development, including machine design and knowledge of generator controls, tuning, and liquid-cooled engine systems
• Strong problem-solving capabilities with demonstrated ability to resolve complex engineering issues using structured methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, FMEA)
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally in a matrixed organization and lead or contribute to project teams
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with high accuracy, strong attention to detail, and effective prioritization
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences
• Proficiency with engineering tools and systems, including FEA/diagnostic tools, 3D modeling (ProE/SolidWorks), MS Office, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP)
• Experience with electrical system diagnostics, including use of tools such as oscilloscopes
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to work independently, apply engineering knowledge to improve products/processes, and understand broader business and financial impact