Senior Mechanical Engineer - Manufacturing Design

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.

*The formal title for this position is Mechanical Engineer III

Generac has an opportunity for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Manufacturing Design Engineer to join our team. As a Manufacturing Design Engineer, you will play a crucial role in creating conceptual designs, detailed machine and automation drawings, schematics, and technical documentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drafting and modeling, both 2D and 3D, using CREO software, with a passion for precision and accuracy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create conceptual designs and detailed machine and automation drawings, schematics and technical documentation for new manufacturing equipment and automation cells.
• Design innovative, cost-effective, capable manufacturing tools, equipment, and fixtures
• Identify issues and implement solutions related to the manufacturing process or equipment
• Collaborate closely with Generac manufacturing sites to balance design intent with machine performance.
• Produce documentation related to proper equipment usage, maintenance, and technical procedures

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering 
• 5+ years of experience designing standalone manufacturing equipment and automated manufacturing cells.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, Design, or related field. 
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing process
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (Creo and AutoCAD)
• Team player with demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals at various organizational levels internally and externally
• Innovative and creative problem solver with meticulous attention to detail
• Comfortable with change and ambiguity with the ability to quickly propose solutions given limited guidance
• Proficiency in reading and developing electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics/diagrams. 
• Excellent critical thinking, problem solving, and analytical skills
• Familiarity with automation concepts, conveyors, and robotics
• Self-directed individual with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
• Understanding of lean tools, principles, and methodology

Great Reasons to work for Generac: 

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, 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
• Eligible for 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

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, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”