Engine Controls Engineer

Generac•Waukesha, WI

About The Position

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. The Engine Controls Engineer plays an important role in advancing the design and performance of internal combustion engines (ICE), through engine development, data-driven analysis, engine controls system development, and design of system components. This position leverages data analytics, ATI Vision, and data acquisition tools to optimize system behavior, improve engine control, improve product reliability, and increase engine performance across a range of gaseous fueled applications.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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

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