Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.
Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.
Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.
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What We Offer
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Competitive compensation and benefits
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Why You Will Love this Job
The Staff Engineer – Diesel Engine Platform (Power Systems) will -provide technical direction and project leadership on the development of generator sets for Industrial and Mobile applications. The Staff Engineer technical scope includes a working knowledge of thermodynamics, engines, static and dynamic stress analysis as well as an understanding of electrical theory.
This role will coordinate and guide the efforts of CAD Design Analysts, Engineering Analysts and Lab Technicians. Choose materials and components which result in high quality, high performance, and cost-effective generators. This Staff Engineer – Diesel Engine Platform (Power Systems) role will also research new and apply proven technology to designs.
The Staff Engineer – Diesel Engine Platform (Power Systems) position requires a self-motivated individual with a sense of urgency toward project completion and a drive to maintain engineering excellence. Must be willing to work in a matrix environment and be able juggle multiple projects or tasks. Projects are expected to complete on schedule and within financial boundaries.
• Work mode: Hybrid-3 days on site
• Location: N7650 County Rd LS, Sheboygan, WI, 53083
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring new or transfer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Responsibilities:
Assist in establishing product strategy and requirements with Marketing Product Managers. Use those requirements to write functional specifications establishing design targets.
Create project timelines and budgets. Provide preliminary project spending estimates. Work with Product Management team to present project business cases.
Provide technical and design direction to CAD Design Analysts and other Engineers. Lead the Engineering team in the development of generator sets to meet performance, quality and cost criteria.
Approve the selection of all major purchased components (i.e. radiators, fans, air cleaners, etc.) and support the selection with sound engineering calculations.
Work with Accounting, Project Management and Procurement functions to track actual project spending and product costs keeping them within prescribed boundaries.
Validate designs through testing to meet performance, reliability, regulatory and durability targets.
Support, maintain and update existing product designs.
Use project management skills to keep projects on schedule and prioritize activities of team members.
Using written and verbal skills, provide concise and timely status reports on the progress of each assigned project. Identify alternative solutions and evaluate relative strengths/weaknesses and risks. Provide comprehensive recommendations, speaking to the business impact of decisions.
Lead continual improvement initiatives to streamline internal business processes and support systems upgrades along with continual evaluation of market/suppliers for new technologies for future and carry over applications.
Develop and maintain a Technical product roadmap, gaining buy-in from key stakeholders.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program is required with a minimum of 7 years mechanical engineering experience with development of new consumer products or, master's in Mechanical Engineering (bachelor's degree must be an ABET accredited engineering degree) and a Minimum of 5 years mechanical engineering experience with development of new consumer products.
Educational courses or experience related to internal combustion engines is required.
Power generation or genset experience is a plus.
Demonstrated skills in project management, cost management, mentoring and leadership as well as the ability to successfully work in a team environment.
• Work mode: Hybrid-3 days on site
• Location: N7650 County Rd LS, Sheboygan, WI, 53083
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring new or transfer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
About Us
Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.
In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?
Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact [email protected]. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Our Values
Curiosity – Seek, learn, share
Trust – Go farther together
Pace – Focus to go faster
Excellence – Find the win every day
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
- Minimum 7 years mechanical engineering experience with development of new consumer products
- Demonstrated skills in project management and leadership
- Experience with internal combustion engines
- Power generation or genset experience
Rehlko Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair-to-competitive across many roles, with professional tracks like project management, engineering leadership, and sales often aligning well with market levels. Role and geography differences are acknowledged but compensation is frequently characterized as good or competitive.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive and good value, including medical, dental, vision, mental‑health/EAP resources, and HSA‑compatible options. Cost and coverage are often portrayed as favorable in the U.S.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave provisions are emphasized for both birthing and non‑birthing parents. Additional family supports such as milk‑shipping services reinforce a family‑friendly offering.
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What We Do
Rehlko is a global leader in energy resilience, delivering the solutions critical to sustain and improve life. Formerly, for more than 100 years as Kohler Energy, our teams have excelled, reliably meeting today’s energy needs while planning for tomorrow’s. Now, with a new name and increased focus, we are giving our customers more control over where energy is sourced and where it goes, from industrial applications to your own backyard. Our solutions give people the resilience they need to keep building a brighter future, together. At Rehlko, we innovate relentlessly because we know we don’t just offer energy solutions – we are creating an energy resilient world for a better future. We provide worldwide solutions thanks to our regional locations in NA, EMEA, LATAM, APAC, and India. Learn more about our products: Power Systems North America: https://www.powersystems.rehlko.com Power Systems EMEA: https://www.powersystems.rehlko.com/emea Engines: https://www.engines.rehlko.com Rehlko’s affiliated brands include Kohler Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Curtis Instruments, and Clarke Energy.
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