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Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

At Generac, our people help make the world safer, brighter, and more productive. We are united by our efforts to inspire change for a better world; impact our people and community; influence and achieve positive results; and innovate the industry. Our shared goals allow people with diverse backgrounds and points of view to work together, bringing our global customers peace of mind through reliable products and exceptional support. 

The Industrial Engineer III – Energy Storage & Microgrids is responsible for ongoing process improvement initiatives that deliver excellence across the entire value chain. The Industrial Engineer will utilize enterprise standards to lead process improvement initiatives by implementing policies, procedures and process documentation related to continuous improvement directives.

Essential Duties:

Lead and contribute to facility transformation, technology transfer and ongoing maintenance of mixed model lines for Generac’s Commercial & Industrial (C&I) battery energy storage system (BESS) products

Work closely with shop floor personnel to promote ongoing Continuous Improvement of manufacturing methods, systems and controls for Generac’s C&I BESS

Responsibility for area layouts, process definition, and equipment justification, selection, and implementation

Lead the site layout of a new manufacturing facility

Lead and ensure ongoing success of process improvement initiatives by implementing policies, procedures and process documentation

Develop work instructions for manufacturing Generac’s C&I BESS products

Responsible for leading and coordinating the successful launch of New Product Introductions (NPI) within operations

Significant contributions to the implementation of Generac Fulfillment System (GFS) across Order-to-Cash process (Plan, Source, Make, Deliver & Service)

Lead and implement demand driven principals and strategies that supports operational excellence and long range plans. (Flexibility, Speed & Responsiveness)

Leader in creation of innovative ideas to improve business results

Deliver on initiatives to improve manufacturing productivity

Lead and ensure product, material and information streams flow and are synchronized to produce maximum efficiencies and lowest cost of operation

Maintain inventory management and the shipping & receiving process, ensuring parts are available and allocated to each unit

Deploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices and processes

Lead and implement objectives to include continuous improvement initiatives to achieve customer satisfaction and fulfillment needs

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology;

5+ years related experience in the Engineering function within a similar working environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, Solid Works and/or ProE)

Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills

Knowledge of lean principles and process improvements

Diverse skills and experience leading projects

Experience collaborating cross-functionally to achieve desired results

Experience operating in high mix, low volume and high volume, low mix production environments

Demonstrated skills in problem solving and conflict resolution

Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Project Management Certification

Generac is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role based in Cambridge, ON is $98,000-$122,000 CAD.  This compensation will ultimately be in line with the location in which the position is filled.  Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications and geographic location.  This role is eligible for variable compensation including short term and long-term incentives.

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 - 50 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”