applications engineer - engines.waukesha, wisconsinposted september 3, 2026 job detailssummary$110,000 - $150,000 per yearpermanentbachelor degreecategorycomputer and mathematical occupations reference 1345666 job details job summary: The Systems Engineer-Engines is responsible for providing engineering input to the product development projects assigned to him/her including interfacing with the cross functional team consisting of engineering, operations (industrial engineering, production, and material procurement), sourcing, quality, service, and marketing.

location:

Waukesha, Wisconsin job type: Permanent salary: $110,000 - 150,000 per year work hours: 9am to 5pm education: Bachelors responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Specifies, gives input to design, validates, and brings new products to market. Specifies precise new product functional requirements; tests and integrates a variety of moderately complex components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness, cost (including cost/benefit analysis), reliability (risk analysis), and safety. Works with multiple engineering groups to design, develop, execute, and evaluates overall system fitness-for-use testing, product specifications and process validation plans for a variety of moderately complex products and/or components. Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimize moderately complex designs for manufacturability. Gives input into CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems modeling for new designs. 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 qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline 7+ years of relevant work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy on multiple projects Engine design/development experience with a focus on application engineering Experience in engine integration in an application Ability to work cross functionally to ensure all aspects of engine requirements are met Technical Skills to include knowledge of: fuel, control, intake, cooling, and exhaust systems Demonstrated written communication and presentation skills Ability to translate technical information to all audiences Applies engineering knowledge and experience to improve products, services and processes Experience with machine design skills: Computer Aided Engineering,CAD,Computer Aided Design,MS Excel,MS Word,SAP,Systems Engineer,detail-oriented,written communication,resilient,reliability,benefit analysis,presentation skills,sustainable energy,Engine design,ERP,exhaust systems,functional requirements,health savings accounts,industrial engineering,Electrical Engineering,engineering knowledge,marketing,machine design,mentor,process validation,material procurement,product development,risk analysis,safety,systems modeling,technical information,testing,product specifications

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.