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Engineering Technician I 3rd Shift

Generac


Job Location:

Waukesha, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years weve turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes strengthen businesses and build a more resilient efficient sustainable energy future.


Ready to Power a Smarter World with us



The Engineering Technician I is responsible for performing electrical mechanical and environmental testing on current and new product designs under close supervision. This role supports continuous improvement initiatives to reduce the potential for product defects and contributes to laboratory operations in accordance with established standards and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up test equipment and products in the correct sequence in accordance with approved test procedures.
  • Perform testing on prototypes existing products and competitor products based on defined criteria involving mechanical electrical environmental and electromechanical functions in compliance with ISO 17025 and the Laboratory Scope of Operations.
  • Utilize a variety of mechanical electrical and electronic measurement instruments.
  • Accurately interpret record and document scientific notation temperature pressure and other measurement data.
  • Assist with the assembly and fabrication of test equipment and prototype products according to blueprint specifications.
  • Follow guidelines related to bills of materials (BOMs).
  • Support manufacturing through troubleshooting activities.
  • Maintain test-related documentation within database systems and assist with database administration as required.
  • Prepare formal and informal test reports.
  • Assist with Engineering Laboratory audits and support 5S workplace organization initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

  • 1 year experience participating in project teams

  • 1 year experience using specialized equipment such as engine dynamometers

  • Experience participating in cross-functional or project teams

  • Familiarity with electrical measurement equipment such as multimeters power analyzers and similar instruments

  • Welding and general fabrication experience

  • General knowledge of combustion engines

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

  • Ability to work non-standard or extended hours when required

  • Demonstrated self-motivation and ability to complete projects within established guidelines

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team-oriented environment

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Aptitude to coordinate and manage multiple tasks or projects simultaneously

  • Basic understanding of electrical techniques and theories

  • Demonstrated testing competency in accordance with ISO 17025 and the Laboratory Scope of Operations

  • Ability to provide and maintain a basic personal tool set

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.

This position includes a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical dental and vision plans; life long-term disability flexible spending and health savings accounts accrued paid time off 8 paid Holidays opportunity for overtime and 401(k) retirement benefits.

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.


Required Experience:

IC


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Since 1959, Generac Power Systems has been committed to building the most reliable, durable, efficient, and environmentally-friendly generators and power equipment.

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