USA, Reno, NV
23 days ago
Senior Staff Systems Engineer

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.

Generac is seeking a Sr Staff thermal systems engineer to contribute to Generac’s home standby systems. As a member of our team, you will shape the direction of next generation renewable energy products at Generac. You must have a genuine passion for engineering products that will fundamentally change the world’s energy infrastructure and thrive working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Model and architect next generation productsArchitect battery, PCB, and enclosure for thermal performance that operates at the boundary of performance.Create models and prototypes to test new technologies and future looking product ‘should’ costing.Experience with failure analysis and reliability testing. Proficient in component derating and performance over life.Knowledge of and experience with thermal technologies for passive and active coolingExpert in CFD and FEA simulation software.Shares information quickly and knows all the stakeholders on a program. Communicates effectively and articulates problems/solutions with precision.Bias for action and completing work. Leads effective meetings and drives decision making. Comfortable challenging engineering decisions cross-functionally.

Minimal Qualifications:

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering10+ years of system design experience on (1M+) volume products and 5+ years in an architect or technical product owner role.Demonstrated excellence in communication.Product architect experience in electrical or firmware engineering.Experience in PCB engineering such as fabrication and assembly technologies, strain/stress analysis, thermal management, and connector/cable engineering.Experience in CFD and FEA software. Experience with model <-> test correlation.Expert in mechanical engineering physics such as boundary/force diagrams, stress/strain, 3D thermodynamics, and advanced manufacturing techniques.Knowledge of UL/IEEE/NFPA/ANSI standards stemming from NFPA 70 and related to ESS.

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

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