USA, Reno, NV
44 days ago
Mechanical Engineer IV

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

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.

Generac Clean Energy combines the speed and excitement of a technology startup with the resources and market power of an S&P 500 industry leader. Our careers offer boundless opportunity for energetic, mission-driven applicants who seek challenge and impact in a fast-paced culture of teaching, learning, and professional growth, developing solar+storage products and software for the clean energy revolution.  

Join Generac Clean Energy as we drive to build energy solutions for a more resilient, sustainable world.

As a part of the mechanical group, you will be part of developing next generation clean energy solutions, accelerating our progress towards a sustainable energy future. You will play a leading role in the design, validation, and production of Generac’s clean energy products, with an emphasis on innovation, manufacturability, quality, reliability, and cost.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Developing mechanical components and assemblies for next gen clean energy productsDesigning, prototyping, testing & validating products into production / sustainingCollaborating with the design studio, hw engr, mfg engr, quality, operationsDelivering solutions optimized for form, function, quality, cost, and experiencePresenting and documenting work for recording and review purposesEnsuring solutions are manufacturable, serviceable, and compliantMentoring engineers and helping build effective processesSolving electronic integration challenges related to:Thermal managementElectrical isolationInterconnectsEMI/EMC


Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with strong fundamentalsMinimum 7 years of industry mechanical design experienceExperience leading multiple products from architecture into mass productionExpertise selecting engineering materials for function, aesthetics, and complianceExpertise in design for manufacturability, and design for assemblyExperience with validation testing, product reliability, and failure analysis Proficiency in 3D CAD (Solidworks and Creo preferred)Proficiency in 2D drafting, GD&T, and tolerance analysisExpertise in contract manufacturing, 6 sigma, inspection & measurementExpertise in 5 or more mass production processes such as:Stamping / sheet metal / weldingTextures & cosmetic part finishesTooling & fixturingInjection moldingCNC machiningExtrusionTurningCasting

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fieldRecord of developing multiple quality products into productionExperience designing solutions for battery energy storage systems Experience designing for automotive or NEMA/IP rated products  Experience with UL 9540A regulatory requirements and testing Experience in rapid prototyping (3D printing, quick-turn mockups)Experience with structural FEA and ability to perform simulationsExcellent written and oral communication with peers and leadership

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.”

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