Industrial Designer IV

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Generac
Manufacturer of power generation & energy storage systems: portable, residential, commercial & industrial.
Lead design strategy, oversee projects, mentor designers, and drive brand globally.
24 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Waukesha, WI
Office Full-Time
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
What you would be doing
strategic design
problem solving
innovation integration
team mentoring
brand language
concept execution
  • Lead and execute strategic design projects from insight to market launch.
  • Lead strategic problem-solving initiatives.
  • Collaborate with research teams to integrate new innovations into product design.
  • Mentor and manage Industrial Designers I through III, fostering professional growth and ensuring design excellence.
  • Oversee complex design projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and brand standards.
  • Direct the development and refinement of Visual Brand Language (VBL) across product lines.
  • Responsible for overseeing the translation of innovative concepts into executable design projects that elevate the brand and resonate with global markets.
  • Advance the company's design philosophy, leading strategic design initiatives that align with business objectives and enhance market position.
What you bring
solidworks
adobe suite
creo
industrial design
leadership
6 years
  • Exceptional skill in using advanced design software including SolidWorks, Adobe Creative Suite, Creo, and Sketchbook Pro.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or equivalent.
  • Proficient in leading design innovation and managing the design process from conception through to production.
  • Ability to communicate sophisticated visualization of design concepts.
  • 6 years of design experience
  • Ability to create and implement VBL standards.
  • Ability to multitask, deliver, and adapt to complex projects within tight deadlines in a global team environment.
  • Skilled in applying ethical design principles.
Benefits
Information not given or found
Training + Development
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.
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Industrial Designer IV at Generac in Waukesha, WI