Company Generac Power Systems
Name Senior Systems Engineer
Req # 63599
Employment Type Full Time
Shift 1st
At Generac, Our People help make the world safer, brighter and more productive. United by our Values, people with diverse backgrounds and points of view work together to ensure our global customers have peace of mind.
The Senior Systems Engineer will lead the engineering integration and core engineering teams through the development process in defining system interactions and requirements. Core responsibilities include the identification of system hardware and software components and evaluating inputs/outputs for sufficient performance of design as specified by the product requirements. The Senior Systems Engineer follows the NPI Process from the concept stage in developing design requirements by assessing architecture and system design options through product launch in defining verification and validation test procedures. Projects supported reside within Generac's Consumer Power Business Unit including home standby generators, clean solutions, hybrid architectures and power management solutions based on business priorities.
Essential Duties
*Capture customer needs and system level requirements by brainstorming with Core Engineering, Business Partners, Product Owners and Product Managers as required.
*Manage product and system requirements, specifications and flow down. Drive validation and verification activities for the overall product/system, including sub and full system testing.
*Work across engineering functions in defining systems strategy and coordinating technical reviews. Engage in technical discussions; participate in technical designs and present technical ideas.
*Define systems test strategy and perform hands on product integration activities.
*Create and maintain Statements of Requirements (SOR), block diagrams and systems inputs/outputs.
*Support product development plans (schedule, product cost, meeting design inputs).
*Interface with internal company personnel and provide technical support for assigned projects.
*Create, design, and develop test specifications for new systems and firmware/software.
*Occasional travel to other Generac facilities and customer sites.
*Proactively train, coach, and mentor less experienced Engineers.
Minimal Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Software or other related engineering degree.
- 5+ years related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's in a STEM major (Physics, Technology, Engineering and Math).
- Experience with systems engineering and/or requirements management in a product development environment (e.g. the V model).
- Experience in microprocessor hardware interfacing techniques (e.g. IIC, SPIbus, EEprom, etc.).
- Demonstrated Expertise in Systems Engineering or relevant discipline and strong problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to operate and deliver in a matrixed organization.
- Ability to create writing diagrams, schematics and wiring harness drawings/designs.
- Experience with connected device development and integration (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc.).
- Understanding of Cross Functional perspectives and ability to influence and deliver results.
- Proven communication, coaching and interpersonal skills, at all levels of the organization. Able to energize and inspire teams to achieve technical requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver results while working on multiple projects simultaneously while balancing resources.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated problem solving ability and results orientation.
- Experience in power electronic systems (inverters, converters, hybrids).
- Experience with Battery Electrification.
- Experience in the design layout and packaging of electromechanical components and systems.
- Self-starter, energizing, results oriented, and able to multi-task.
Knowledge:
- Ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy.
- Ability to translate technical information to all audiences.
- Expert level understanding and knowledge of engineering principles.
- Advanced knowledge of communication protocols/hardware interface.
- This position works with minimal guidance from the engineering leader.
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 to 25 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.
GENERAC PERKS:
- Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more.
- State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, cafe, free parking and many employee activities.
- Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers.
- Enjoy summer hours (Memorial Day - Labor Day).
- Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators.
- We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
- Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.
- Product loan and discount programs.
"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."