Applications Engineer - Data Centers

Generac Power Systems•Waukesha, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Applications Engineer is responsible for developing and launching new products, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and providing technical expertise to both internal and external stakeholders. We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've 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?

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably electrical)
8+ years’ experience in electrical and mechanical control systems, including reading architectural, mechanical and electrical 1-lines
8+ years’ experience working in an applications engineering or technical solutions role with a specific focus on energy storage, PV and other multi asset microgrid systems at entities like electrical contractors, engineering firms, project developers
8+ years’ experience working with sales/business development and project management teams in a technical sales enablement role
Ability to travel up to 40% to visit customer sites
Strong communication, interpersonal, presentation and organizational skills
Detail oriented with associated project management skills
Maintain expert level of internal and external product knowledge on energy storage and broader Distributed Energy Systems
Demonstrated skills around being an energy solutions architect
Ability to work independently in an entrepreneurial culture
Demonstrated caliber to take on open ended challenges and innovate by partnering internally and externally to create solutions
Ability to apply product knowledge and technical skills to solve application problems independently with minimum supervision
Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools, preferably in one or more distributed energy system techno economic modeling tools

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in electrical engineering; preferably with a power systems or power electronics focus
Excellent technical understanding of distributed energy systems architecture, interplay of energy storage specifically with PV and other assets like gensets, EVSE etc.
Well versed in energy storage applications, use cases, regional and national incentive structures
Solid understanding of and ability to read/create 1-line diagrams, sequence of operations etc. to support overall site architecting/microgrid design
Experience developing, utilizing, and maintaining commercial tools and processes related to storage system sizing, distributed energy systems techno-economic modeling and energy storage quoting/proposal development
Experience value selling energy storage, specifically in behind the meter applications
Project management experience.

Responsibilities

Develop and design product specifications using customer requirements, industry standards, and internal guidelines
Work cross-functionally with R&D, sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to ensure products meet market needs and are delivered on time
Act as a technical expert for internal and external stakeholders, providing guidance on product features, design, and implementation
Conduct product testing to ensure products meet quality standards and performance requirements
Lead the launch and introduction of new products, including training for sales teams, communicating technical specifications to customers, and tracking performance metrics
Manage the roadmap for future product iterations, staying up to date on industry trends and customer needs
Work with customers on product implementation, providing technical support and troubleshooting as needed
Act as a mentor for more junior team members, providing guidance and support on technical issues and career development