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Generac Power Systems Senior System Test Engineer in Reno, Nevada
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 Clean Energy Solutions is seeking a versatile engineer to design sophisticated, modular automated test systems. In this role, you'll engineer electrical systems to rigorously validate the full spectrum of functionalities in our next-generation renewable energy solutions. Additionally, you'll be pivotal in creating tailored software for various testing domains including system validation, firmware regression tests, and manufacturing evaluations. Join us in shaping the future of global energy infrastructure with your expertise.
Responsibilities
Architect a modular test platform that is ultra-reliable and easily scalable.
Lead system design to test high-voltage power electronics, battery modules, thermal systems, cells, etc. Innovate design for lab validation, regression test setup, and production environment.
Automate test systems to meet accuracy, cycle time, and other performance factors.
Build quick test setups for early prototypes.
Collaborate closely with hardware design and firmware teams to understand the product and its functionalities. Investigate root causes of failures and drive product improvements.
Participate hands-on during hardware bring-up, and system debugging, and help with software optimization.
Incorporate design techniques to achieve ease of validation and maintenance.
Establish standards to document test specifications and execute them.
Challenge ideas and decisions with reasoning from first principles.
Travel to different facilities worldwide to collaborate with teams and deploy our solutions
Qualifications
BS or MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
2+ years of experience in designing distributed systems.
Strong understanding of electrical theory.
Shows a keen understanding of physics and follows first principles in design.
Experience designing test systems and automation.
Familiar with HV battery systems and power electronics.
Experience with the latest platforms of test and measurement hardware.
Expertise using system-level languages (such as Golang, Rust, C, C++, etc.).
Experience with microcontrollers and communication protocols (CAN, SPI, I2C, etc.).
Be engaged, proactive, and positive when taking on challenging tasks, owning assignments, and taking accountability for personal and overall team success.
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, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
Our success is directly tied to our employees’ professional growth and personal well-being, combined with strong families and communities. As an inclusive workplace, our employees embrace diversity, celebrate differences, and treat others with equality and respect.
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.
As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.