Senior Staff Electrical Engineer, Data Centers

Overview

Lead integration and development of complex power systems for data centers

Key Responsibilities

• system architecture
• integration testing
• requirements capture
• technical reviews
• documentation management
• verification

Tasks

-Define architecture and design strategies for hardware and software systems—documenting inputs, outputs, interfaces, and interactions. -Create and manage key documentation: Statements of Requirements, system block diagrams, and technical specifications. -Influence product development plans, schedules, and cost targets while keeping the system aligned with business goals. -Travel occasionally to other Generac sites and customer locations (as needed). -Lead and participate in technical reviews, discussions, and design activities across the engineering organization. -Translate customer needs into clear system-level requirements through collaboration with product, engineering, and business partners. -Develop system integration and test strategies—including hands-on activities for new and existing product platforms. -Own the product and system requirements from start to finish, ensuring validation and verification at every level (component, subsystem, system). -Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.

Requirements

• power systems
• generator paralleling
• 10+ years
• systems engineering
• master’s degree
• cross‑functional

What You Bring

-Strong knowledge of electrical power systems, especially large generators (500kW–5MW), grid/islanded solutions, and load-sharing systems. -Excellent problem-solving, communication, and mentoring skills. -Hands-on experience with generator paralleling, synchronization, and power management. -10+ years of engineering experience in a product development or systems-focused environment. -Ability to translate technical information for diverse audiences. -High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities at once. -Advanced knowledge of communication protocols and hardware interfaces. -Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or a related STEM field. -Strong command of systems engineering principles and structured problem-solving. -Proven cross-functional leadership and ability to deliver in a matrixed organization. -Deep experience in system-level product development, ideally following the V-Model or NPI process. -Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline. -Experience in designing and packaging electromechanical systems. -Ability to produce technical documents, such as system architecture, block diagrams, and interface specs.

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Benefits

-Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more. -Product Discounts & Loan Programs: Perks that extend beyond the workplace. -Dress for Your Day: Every day is jeans day. -On-Site Perks: Gym, café, walking trails, and free parking. -Culture of Celebration: Fun Days, family events, retiree reunions, and summer hours.

About Generac

-It began by engineering affordable home standby generators and built its first engine tailored for generator use. -Its portfolio spans portable units, residential standby systems, large commercial/industrial generators, light towers, power washers, battery storage, and smart-home energy devices. -Typical projects include outfitting homes for outage resilience, powering construction sites with mobile generators, and deploying microgrid and natural gas generator solutions for commercial clients. -Innovations include the PWRcell home energy storage line, integration of EV charging and remote monitoring via Mobile Link and Concerto software platforms.

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