Firmware Engineer II at Generac in Waukesha, WI | Kablio

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

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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.

Articles

Careers at Generac

Products

Residential Solutions

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

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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.

Articles

Careers at Generac

Products

Residential Solutions