4 Generac Power Systems jobs in Whitewater

IT Systems Engineer II

Job Locations

US-WI-Janesville

Req No.

2025-2113

Category

Information Technology

Anticipated Placement

USD $76,500.00/Yr.

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USD $93,600.00/Yr.

Targeted Job Start Date

Fall 2025

Overview

This position leads the development, deployment, testing, and support of all user endpoint devices-including desktops, laptops, thin clients, and tablets-with primary responsibility for overseeing these activities and ensuring best practices. Key duties include creating application packages, maintaining and deploying client OS images, and managing Microsoft application servers and systems. This role also leads firmware and patch management for desktops, laptops, and printers, provides advanced troubleshooting, and delivers guidance and training to help desk staff and other team members. Collaboration with BTC colleagues is essential for efficient IT operations, and the position includes after-hours monitoring and response to service outages. Active participation in mentoring and supporting the infrastructure team's on-call process is expected.

Position will be based at the Beloit-Janesville Campus, and position will be required to have an on-campus presence with possibility for some remote work.

This position will be open until filled, with a first review date of August 20, 2025. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

Provide technical services, support, and maintenance for BTC applications and images and associated servers and server infrastructure.

Oversee OS deployments, imaging, and application delivery for BTC devices.
1. Oversee and establish endpoint policies and configurations.
2. Oversee and track strict deployment and patching processes for timely production rollout.
3. Coordinate technical services and vendor consultations for application and deployment projects.
4. Provide recommendations for image and application deployments following best practices and security standards.
5. Ensure software and application licensing compliance.
6. Administer servers related to end point applications.
7. Build and support application packages with Microsoft InTune and Ivanti Endpoint Manager.
8. Maintain and update workstation images and application packages.

Provide technical support and maintenance for the Microsoft Active Directory and Enterprise Anti-virus/spam.

1. Troubleshoot and configure Active Directory, manage user accounts and security, and maintain the directory structure in coordination with technical staff.
2. Administer enterprise endpoint security systems, including anti-virus, anti-spam, and encryption to protect BTC systems and data.
3. Maintain hardware, firmware, and software updates for system stability.

Provide technical support coordination and administration function.

1. Facilitate effective communication and comprehensive status reporting of project activities to management and cross-functional teams, ensuring thorough documentation.
2. Establish and document technology standards in alignment with BTC and industry guidelines.
3. Provide recommendations to management regarding process improvements by leveraging existing or emerging technologies for imaging and application packaging/deployment.
4. Adhere to the change management process to control changes and mitigate their impact on the institution.
5. Collaborate with systems engineers and/or vendor technical support to investigate and resolve complex server and network issues.
6. Assess technical and College-initiated project proposals and present informed recommendations.
7. Maintain complete documentation of system configurations and installation/support procedures.
8. Administer, configure, and troubleshoot printers and printer mapping; oversee the print management system and coordinate with vendors as needed.
9. Participate in the on-call rotation process.

Provide support for the ITS Help Desk service and operations.

1. Oversee and guide help desk staff in installing, configuring, and maintaining end-user hardware in labs and offices.
2. Provide Tier 2 and 3 support for ITS Help Desk operations.
3. Use the ticketing system to fully and promptly document troubleshooting and work order status.
4. Quickly research, log, and report hardware/software issues to vendor support.
5. Update equipment inventories and maintain configuration and repair logs.

Develop and exchange information beneficial to College operations.

1. Lead activities to maintain current knowledge of application technology.
2. Deliver staff training and knowledge transfer as required.
3. Participate in team meetings and College engagement events.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

1. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with diverse populations.
2. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
3. Experience working with confidential and sensitive information.
4. Practical understanding of the project management process.
5. Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills.
6. Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
7. Demonstrated ability to work independently.

Required Education & Experience:

1. Associate Degree in Information Technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Two (2) years deploying and supporting Windows Desktop Operating systems.
3. Two (2) years deploying and patching applications in an enterprise environment such as MS Office 365, Adobe, and SolidWorks.
4. Two (2) years using automated deployment systems such as SCCM/Ivanti/InTune.
5. Two (2) years scripting using Batch, PowerShell, and VBScript.
6. Two (2) years working with Windows Servers preferred.
7. Technical certifications desired

Blackhawk Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

**We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.**
Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.
Job Summary:
The **Senior Engineer-Portable Power Products** is responsible for providing engineering input to the product development of Portable Power projects assigned including interfacing with the cross functional team consisting of engineering, operations (industrial engineering, production, and material procurement), sourcing, quality, service, and marketing.
**Basic Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline
+ 5+ years of relevant work experience
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Experience in front-end product investigation and system requirement definition for new integration.
+ Ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy on multiple projects.
+ Design experience with a variety of materials (i.e. plastics, aluminum castings, sheet metal) and basic knowledge of material specs and use.
+ Experience in new product design and development.
+ Demonstrated written communication and presentation skills to leadership.
+ Strong decision-making skills.
+ Ability to translate technical information to all audiences.
+ Experience with internal combustion engines/generators
+ Ability to conduct analysis using FEA, CFD, etc.
+ 3D CAD modeling experience ( Creo or SolidWorks).
+ Demonstrated track record of developing component and/or system level test plans, utilizing new or existing test procedures, and delivering test reports.
+ Experience with renewable energy products and energy storage systems.
+ Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**
+ Designs, validates, and brings new products, systems, or component technologies to market.
+ Specifies precise new product functional requirements; designs, tests and integrates a variety of moderately complex components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness, cost (including cost/benefit analysis), reliability (risk analysis), and safety.
+ Designs, develops, executes and evaluates fitness-for-use testing, product specifications and process validation plans for a variety of moderately complex products and/or components; creates and reviews material part specifications and bills of materials.
+ Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimize moderately complex designs for manufacturability.
+ Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to model new designs and deliver detailed engineering drawings.
+ Conduct simulations to analyze mechanical system performance and identify potential areas for improvement.
+ Support new technology and product development plans (schedule, product cost, meeting design inputs)
+ Develop Risk Assessments, FMEA/DFMEA's, and provide recommendations during Design Reviews.
+ Oversee prototype testing, troubleshooting, and validation, while identifying and incorporating corrective actions to meet functional, performance, and safety requirements.
+ Drive the investigation and resolution of technical issues, and escalate significant issues to engineering leadership.
+ Coach and mentor others to enhance their skills and knowledge. Travel to other Generac facilities and suppliers as necessary.
+ Other duties as assigned.
**Level of Independence:**
+ Works independently
+ Receives minimal technical guidance
+ Possesses in-depth knowledge and experience
+ Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services
+ Strong conceptualization, visualization, and creativity
+ Strong time management, prioritization, and analytical problem solving
+ Moderate travel up to 20% travel and valid Driver's License required
+ Developing business acumen
+ Solves complex problems
+ Takes a new perspective using existing solutions
+ Strong decision-making skills
+ Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
+ Has participated in cross-functional project teams and leads some aspects of the project
+ Ensures success cross-functionally
+ Offer recommendations and implement solutions
+ Take ownership of designs
+ Thorough understanding of the Engineering financial impact and a basic understanding of the needs and impact of other functions of the business
This position includes a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans; life, long-term disability, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accrued paid time off, 8 paid Holidays and 401(k) retirement benefits.
**Physical Demands** : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.
_"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."_
Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.
As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac's success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people's lives and their own.

**We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.**
Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.
The **Engineer II-Portable Power Products** is responsible for providing engineering input to the Portable Power product development projects assigned including interfacing with the cross functional team consisting of engineering, operations (industrial engineering, production, and material procurement, sourcing) quality, service, and marketing.
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline
+ 2 or more years of relevant work experience
**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Experience with internal combustion engines/generators
+ Ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy on multiple projects
+ Design experience with a variety of materials (plastics, aluminum castings, sheet metal, etc.) and basic knowledge of material specs and use
+ Experience in new product design, development, and related manufacturing techniques
+ Experience conducting analysis using FEA, CFD, etc.
+ Experience with 3D modeling such as Creo or SolidWorks
+ Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP
+ Strong decision-making skills
+ Demonstrated written communication and presentation skills
+ Has participated in cross-functional project teams and leads some aspects of the project
+ Developed expertise in cost estimation of product designs
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES:**
+ Designs, validates, and brings new products to market.
+ Execute new product development processes in the retail generatorproduct category including creating and maintaining CAD models, drawings, and BOMs, supporting product development plans (schedule, product cost, meeting design inputs), Interfacing with internal company personnel, provide technical support for assigned projects.
+ Specifies precise new product functional requirements; designs, tests and integrates moderately complex components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness, cost (including cost/benefit analysis), reliability (risk analysis), and safety.
+ Designs, develops, executes and evaluates product performance verification, product specifications and process validation plan for a variety of standard products and/or components; creates and reviews material part specifications and bills of materials.
+ Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimize more complex designs for manufacturability and/or cost.
+ Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings.
+ Other duties as assigned.
**Level of Autonomy:**
+ This position works with guidance from the Engineering Leader.
+ Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services.
+ Strong conceptualization, visualization, and creativity.
+ Strong time management, prioritization, and analytical problem solving.
+ Developing business acumen.
+ Solves moderately complex problems.
+ Takes a new perspective using existing solutions.
+ Offer recommendations and implement solutions.
+ Take ownership of designs.
+ Understanding of the financial impact of engineering specifications and a basic understanding of the needs and impact to other functions on the business.
This position includes a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans; life, long-term disability, flexible spending and health savings accounts, accrued paid time off, 8 paid Holidays and 401(k) retirement benefits.
**Physical Demands** : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.
_"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."_
Over the 60 plus years of Generac's history, we've been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.
As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac's success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people's lives and their own.