Generac · 1 day ago
Engine Controls Engineer
Waukesha, WI
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expGenerac is a company focused on advancing the design and performance of internal combustion engines. The Engine Controls Engineer will play a crucial role in engine development and optimization through data-driven analysis and the development of control systems and components.
Electrical DistributionElectronicsEnergyManufacturing
Responsibilities
Designs, validates, and brings new engine controls (throttles, mixers, fuel control, ignition systems) to market
Specifies precise new engine design requirements
Develops, tests, and integrates complex engine control components and evaluates overall effectiveness, cost (including cost/benefit analysis), reliability (risk analysis), and safety
Designs, develops, executes, and evaluates testing, product specifications, and process validation plans
Creates and reviews material part specifications and bills of materials
Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers, and product specialists to optimize complex and advanced component and system designs for manufacturability
Supporting product development plans (schedule, product cost, meeting design inputs)
Acts as a resource to mentor and teach less experienced engineers
Travel to other Generac facilities as necessary
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline
7+ years of relevant work experience
Experience in automotive development and calibration, or a related engineering discipline
Hands-on experience with engine and engine component development
Experience in powertrain calibration software - ATI/CAN or similar
Hands-on experience with ATI Vision as applied to engine control systems
Extensive experience in new IC engine control system design and development
Proficiency in developing internal combustion engines, including understanding of the effects of spark control, adjusting AFR for best performance and emissions, durability, control system components, intake/exhaust system pressure, and emissions testing
Develops, tests, and integrates complex system components and evaluates overall effectiveness, cost (including cost/benefit analysis), reliability (risk analysis), and safety
Designs, develops, executes, and evaluates testing, product specifications, and process validation plans
Ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy on multiple projects
Expert with internal combustion engine performance development and specification
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a deep understanding of internal combustion engine design, operation, and testing
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly interpret and present complex simulation results to technical and non-technical audiences
Collaborate with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers, and product specialists to optimize complex and advanced designs for performance
Preferred
Master's degree in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field of study
Advanced hands-on experience in IC engines and engine system development
Advanced experience using ATI Vision in the use for calibration development for internal combustion engines
Advanced experience in applying MATLAB/Simulink and Python in internal combustion engine development
Comprehensive knowledge of internal combustion engines and effective engine test methods
Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Python, Labview, Vision, Concerto or similar to modify embedded control software
Extensive experience with internal combustion engine performance development and specification
Understanding of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics
Understanding of internal combustion engine thermodynamic cycles
Demonstrated written communication and presentation skills
Previous experience with SAP or equivalent ERP
Ability to easily apply engineering knowledge and experience to improve products, services and processes
Ability to translate technical information to all audiences
Substantial data analysis and control/diagnostic feature creation skills
Ample familiarity with systems engineering based problem solving
Proven ability to work well with others as part of a diverse global team
Company
Generac
Generac is the total energy solutions company powering a smarter world.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$300MKey Investors
GRIP ProgramUS Department of Energy
2024-10-21Grant· $50M
2024-07-17Grant· $200M
2023-10-27Grant· $50M
Leadership Team
Anne Hoskins
SVP of Policy and Market Development for Energy Technology
Brad Witter
SVP Generac Energy Services
Recent News
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