Provide technical direction and project leadership in the development of generator set enclosures and diesel fuel tanks. Technical scope includes a working knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, noise, static stress analysis as well as an understanding of sheet metal processes. Must have a basic understanding of electrical circuits as it relates to sizing and specifying electrical load centers and electrical components such as breakers, lights, transformers in AC systems. Coordinate and guide efforts of Engineers, Engineering Analysts and Lab Technicians. Choose materials, components and processes which result in high quality, high performance, and cost-effective generator set enclosures and diesel tanks. Research new technologies and apply proven technology to designs.
This position requires a self-motivated, individual with a sense of urgency toward project completion and a drive to maintain engineering excellence. Must be willing to work in a team environment and be able to manage multiple projects or tasks. Projects are expected to be completed on schedule and within financial commitments.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in establishing product requirements with Marketing Product Mangers and Sales Teams via Voice of Customer. Utilize those requirements to create a functional specification, establish design targets, identify risk and mitigation plans and develop a product validation plan.
Create project timelines and establish project development spend estimates and track project spending. Team with Marketing to present project business cases.
Provide technical and design direction to Engineering CAD Analysts, Engineers and development test technicians during the development of generator set enclosures and fuel tanks to meet performance and cost criteria.
Approve the selection of all major purchased components (i.e. silencers, motorized louvers, discharge dampers, heaters, load centers, lights, fans, and transformers, etc.) and support the selection with sound engineering calculations.
Work with Accounting and Procurement functions to track actual project spending and product costs and maintain within prescribed boundaries.
Validate designs through testing to meet performance, reliability, and durability targets.
Support, maintain and update existing product designs.
Use project management skills to keep projects on schedule.
Provide concise and timely status reports on the progress of each assigned project. Prepare technical presentations to gain alignment with upper management team.
Lead continual improvement initiatives to streamline internal business processes and support system upgrades.
Maintain a working knowledge of general state fuel code requirements. Provide technical design direction to meet requirements.
Maintain a working knowledge of UL, seismic, wind load and impact codes and standards and assure the enclosure design is in compliance with these codes.
Support the sales teams' efforts to win projects and customers, which will occasionally require preparing and presenting technical presentations and white papers.
Skills/Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
CAD/3D Modeling Experience Preferred
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering and minimum of 7 years mechanical engineering experience with development of industrial or consumer products.
Educational courses or experience related to power generation, rectangular fuel tank, or enclosure design a plus.
Demonstrated skills in project management and leadership as well as the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
* Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
The salary range for this position is $98900 - $125600. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.
Why Work at Rehlko?
A global leader in energy resilience, Rehlko delivers innovative energy solutions critical to sustain and improve life across home energy, industrial energy systems, and powertrain technologies, by delivering control, resilience, and innovation. Leveraging the strength of its portfolio of businesses - Power Systems, Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Clarke Energy, Heila Technologies, Curtis Instruments, and Engines, and more than a century of industry leadership, Rehlko builds resilience where and when the grid cannot, and goes beyond functional, individual recovery to create better lives and communities, and a more durable and reliable energy future. For more details, learn more at Rehlko.com.
In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!
About Us
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