Engineering Technician IV
Generac Power Systems•Reno, NV
•Onsite
About The Position
Generac Home is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technician IV to support our manufacturing test operations in Reno, NV. This role will be responsible for building, deploying, and maintaining electrical test systems for production environments. The ideal candidate will combine hands-on electrical assembly skills with the ability to challenge engineering designs and provide actionable feedback to improve tester reliability and functionality.
Requirements
- Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
- Hands-on experience with standard electrical cabinet build tools (crimpers, wire strippers, multimeters, power tools)
- Strong understanding of fundamental electrical principles: voltage, current, power, wire sizing, and circuit protection
- Knowledge of electrical safety protocols, including high voltage (HV) safety procedures and lockout/tagout (LOTO)
- Experience with panel layout and component mounting best practices
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits and identify fault conditions
- Willingness to travel occasionally to contract manufacturer sites for tester deployment and support
- Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field plus 4 years of relevant experience OR 8+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment as an electrical technician
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with EPLAN or similar electrical CAD software
- Experience with industrial control systems (PLCs, relays, contactors)
- Knowledge of automated test equipment (ATE) and test fixture design
- Understanding of communication protocols (RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet, CAN)
- Experience working with contract manufacturers
- Candidate can design and spec hardware for benchtop setups
Responsibilities
- Procure test hardware components and build test cabinets according to electrical schematics and specifications
- Power up and validate main functionality of completed tester builds prior to software development
- Deploy and commission testers at contract manufacturer sites
- Build benchtop testers for engineering builds as needed.
- Review and challenge tester designs, providing constructive feedback to engineering teams
- Identify potential issues in schematics and propose design improvements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize test system performance and reliability
- Document build processes, validation results, and deployment procedures
- Diagnose and resolve electrical issues in test systems
- Support production teams with tester maintenance and repairs
- Provide technical guidance on safe operation of test equipment
Benefits
- Equal opportunity employer status
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
