Senior Engineering Technician

Company: Generac Power System, Inc
Location: Waukesha
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Senior Engineering Technician

Company Generac Power Systems

Name Senior Engineering Technician

Req # 56658

Location Waukesha CORP

Employment Type Full Time

Shift 1st

SERIOUS POWER, COMPELLING CAREERS!

It's a challenge and an invitation. Most importantly, it's an opportunity to join an industry leader.

There's never been a better time to work at Generac. We're shaping the market and investing in new companies and new technologies. Our rapid growth equals rapid career advancement opportunities for those who want to be challenged and enjoy a fast-paced, high-performance culture.

The Engineering Technician III is responsible for the planning, implementation, and performance of advanced electrical, mechanical, audio, and environmental tests of current and new product designs under general supervision. Facilitates continuous improvement activities to reduce the potential for product defects. Partners with Engineering and is involved with problem identification, containment activities, action plan creation and execution. Ensures that the test requirements for product testing and processes are defined and met.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Setup test equipment and products in proper sequence per testing procedures.
• Perform tests on prototypes, existing, and competitor products for stated criteria involving mechanical, electrical, environmental, and electromechanical functions through ISO 17025 and Laboratory Scope of Operations.
• Use various mechanical, electrical, and electronic measurement devices.
• Maintain test-related documentation in database environment.
• Analyze test data and prepare formal and informal test reports.

Minimal Qualifications:

• High School Diploma;
• 5 years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• UL, CSA, ASE certification;
• ISO training;
• Proficiency in welding, shaping sheet metal, mill or turning (dependent on lab location).
• Experience managing projects or participating in project teams;
• Experience using specialized equipment such as engine dynamometers;

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 pounds. Specific conditions of this job include are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel, including internationally.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

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