Manufacturer of power generation & energy storage systems: portable, residential, commercial & industrial.
Develop and test embedded firmware for generator and power tool control systems.
13 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Waukesha, WI
Onsite
Company Size
9,239 Employees
Service Specialisms
Power Generation
Energy Storage
Backup Power Systems
Renewable Energy Solutions
Energy Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
Description
firmware development
algorithm design
test specification
simulation tools
design review
interface design
Occasional Travel to other Generac facilities and customer site visits as necessary
Supporting product development plans (schedule, product cost, meeting design inputs)
Participate in design reviews
Creates and/or modifies design documentation
Collaborates with internal product development departments, and other core engineering teams such including engines, transfer switch's, alternators, and others as needed to specify interfaces and/or algorithms needed in controls for interface.
Design of new control algorithms and performing Applications Engineering
Take part in Design for Manufacturability and Design for Test Activities
Designs, validates, and brings new products to market - specific responsibilities include designing and developing application software/firmware for embedded controllers in C, defining interface requirements, and creating firmware for communication interfaces and/or system algorithms
Provide new product development support, specific to microprocessors/microcontrollers in the Industrial, Commercial, Residential and/or Retail generator or Power Tool product area.
Develop new firmware or software modules, and maintain supporting documentation
Utilizes simulation tools as appropriate
Help troubleshoot designs
Create, design and develop test specifications for new systems and firmware/software.
Conducts and evaluates test specification including testing firmware/hardware
Requirements
embedded programming
communication
problem solving
electrical degree
accuracy
protocols
Ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy
Proficient oral and written communication
2 years of experience with embedded programming using languages such as C, C++,C#
Basic knowledge of communication protocols/hardware interface
Able to solve basic engineering problems, good decision-making skills
Uses basic engineering principles
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or directly related Engineering degree
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
$4.3B Revenue
Annual Income
The company generates over $4.3 billion in revenue annually.
80% US Share
Backup Power Dominance
The company dominates the backup power market, holding about 80% of the US share.
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.
Culture + Values
Generac Gives: a commitment to being a good neighbor and corporate citizen where employees live and work.
Focus areas include education (especially STEM for underserved youth), first responders, disaster preparedness, veterans & military families, community volunteerism, energy conservation, and clean-energy education & innovation.
Employee-enabled giving: all full-time employees receive volunteer time off and access to small grants for charities they're involved with.
Hyper-local impact: philanthropic focus centered on locations where facilities and employees are based.
Powering Up Education: employees engage in STEM outreach through classrooms, learning events, and facility tours.
Generac Volunteers: organized teams participate in activities such as food sorting, shelter refurbishment, and STEM mentoring.
Generac Community Spirit Awards: recognizing the most active volunteers during National Volunteer Appreciation Week.
Environment + Sustainability
$440 M investment
Solar + Battery Initiative
The company is investing up to $440 million in a Puerto Rico solar and battery initiative to power 40,000 homes.
$50 M awarded
Clean-Energy Microgrids
Received a $50 million award from the DOE's GRIP program to implement clean-energy microgrids at approximately 100 California water-utility sites, with at least 55% located in disadvantaged communities.
55% in disadvantaged communities
Clean-Energy Microgrids
Implementing clean-energy microgrids at 100 California water-utility sites, with a focus on serving at least 55% in disadvantaged communities.
409 kW solar
Net-Zero Microgrid
Supported a net-zero microgrid at Hotel Marcel, featuring a 409 kW solar installation and 1,012 kWh storage capacity.
Partnership with DOE on Puerto Rico solar + battery initiative (up to $440 M investment for 40,000 homes)
Awarded $50 M (via DOE GRIP) for clean-energy microgrids at ~100 California water-utility sites, at least 55% in disadvantaged communities
Supported microgrid at Hotel Marcel (net-zero, 409 kW solar, 1,012 kWh storage)
Distributing zero-emissions hydrogen fuel-cell generators in North America via partnership with EODev
Generac Mobile® lighting towers reduce fuel consumption by up to 75% vs. traditional models via hybrid/battery and LED innovation
Net-zero target not explicitly stated in publicly available sources
Inclusion & Diversity
The 2023 ESG report notes ESG integration but includes no specific DEI goals or gender breakdown.
Public materials provide no data on female/male workforce percentages, leadership gender representation, diversity recruitment, or retention metrics.
Neither generac.com nor LinkedIn pages disclose strategic DEI targets or outcomes.