Senior Engineering Technician

Senior Engineering Technician

Why Work at Rehlko: We have met today’s energy needs while planning for tomorrow’s for over 100 years. Beginning with the first modern generator, the Rehlko Automatic Power & Light, launched in 1920, Rehlko has been an innovative leader in energy resilience. Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, clean energy solutions, and much more that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. Our priorities are global: the stability from steady energy sources and reliable back-ups. The power to be able to harness energy, and the freedom of not being dependent on an aging centralized grid. The confidence that clean energy solutions offer when it comes to a sustainable world, and the commitment to keep innovating towards greater impact. At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

Why You Will Love This Job: The Senior Engineering Technician is responsible for product testing, improving product performance, resolution of product issues, as well as driving the technical development and improvement of our test systems. In this position you will lead Lab projects and initiatives, as well as mentor others.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct diverse and complex mechanical tests using a variety of electrical and mechanical test equipment and techniques.
• Leads Lab activities and mentor other Technicians.
• Set up and troubleshoot data acquisition equipment.
• Primary advisor (subject matter expert) when questions or concerns arise involving testing, product, test processes and results.
• Provides feedback on workload / test status to Lab supervisor to set work priority.
• Strong speaking and writing skills to effectively convey information, express opinions, and motivate others to act.
• Makes product improvement recommendations based on test results, observations, comparison to other product, and competitive product knowledge.
• Drives the continuous improvement of lab equipment, test systems, processes, and methods to improve efficiency.
• Utilizes necessary fabrication tools to make modifications to components or product.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Demonstrates initiative for independent, self-directed work focused on company and customer goals / objectives / satisfaction.
• PC hardware and software knowledge with the ability to program in LabVIEW, Visual Basic, and PLC.
• Assist in documentation, change management, training, and calibration activities for department.
• Strong trouble shooting skillset with the ability to consider multiple variables and unknowns to achieve root cause analysis and problem resolution.
• Establish, monitor, and maintain good working customer relationships resulting in excellent customer satisfaction.
• Assist focus on safety and 5S to meet or exceed expectations.
• Two year technical degree preferred, or 5 or more years’ experience working in product test and validation.

This is a non-exempt hourly role, and the pay range is $71,344 - $89,232 - $107,120.

About Us: Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation.