Staff Systems Engineer - Controls
Apply NowCompany: Rehlko, LLC
Location: Sheboygan, WI 53081
Description:
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.
Why You Will Love this Job:
Rehlko is searching for a Staff Systems Engineer to lead the development of advanced controls technologies, system-level requirements for controllers, and intellectual property (IP) documentation, including patent protection. In this role, you will serve as a technical subject matter expert in generator communications and paralleling, driving innovation while maintaining and teaching best practices across departments.
Specific Responsibilities
Requirements
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The Salary range for this position is $98,900.00-$125,600.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location.
About Us
Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose-Creating an energy resilient world for a better future-and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.
In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?
Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact EnergyJobs@rehlko.com. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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.
Why You Will Love this Job:
Rehlko is searching for a Staff Systems Engineer to lead the development of advanced controls technologies, system-level requirements for controllers, and intellectual property (IP) documentation, including patent protection. In this role, you will serve as a technical subject matter expert in generator communications and paralleling, driving innovation while maintaining and teaching best practices across departments.
Specific Responsibilities
- Design, analyze, and document electrical system architectures to align with project goals.
- Utilize modeling and simulation techniques to validate design assumptions and propose improvements.
- Develop, analyze, and document plant models to support controller algorithm testing and simulation.
- Lead cross-functional teams to define and document system requirements and specifications.
- Oversee the development of electronic control system performance specifications with a collaborative team approach.
- Innovate system-level designs as a technical expert for current and future projects.
- Create and document system DFMEA in collaboration with other team members.
- Provide generator system feedback during design reviews based on technical expertise.
- Collaborate with patent attorneys to generate patentable ideas and alternative solutions for existing patents.
- Investigate, resolve, and document genset system technical challenges effectively.
- Partner with Marketing to develop controller strategies and technical roadmaps tailored to strategic market initiatives.
- Engage with external technical experts and upper management to assess new technical concepts relevant to Kohler Power Systems.
- Develop, maintain, and share best practices within the department and across teams.
- Foster cross-functional knowledge sharing to promote continuous improvement initiatives.
- Represent Rehlko in professional societies and associations to enhance and share technical expertise.
- Contribute to special technical projects as determined by departmental priorities.
Requirements
- Hold a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering; advanced degrees (M.S. or Ph.D.) are advantageous.
- Demonstrate 6 years of related work experience, or 4 years with an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Display proficiency in technical tools like Matlab, PSPICE, Simulink, OrCAD, Verilog, VHDL, and Microsoft Project.
- Show strong skills in programming languages such as C, C++, and Assembly Language.
- Exhibit abstract reasoning, organizational abilities, and a high level of motivation to tackle complex challenges.
- Collaborate effectively as both a team leader and independent contributor to achieve desired outcomes.
- Possess familiarity with communication protocols like CAN and MODBUS.
- Have working knowledge of processor, memory, and communication technologies.
- Bring industry knowledge in wiring, grounding, control topologies, and communication techniques.
- Understand switchgear applications and paralleling control topologies.
- Demonstrate experience with regulatory standards and electrical machines, power electronics, and engines.
- Prior experience in voltage and current regulation control systems is preferred.
- Familiarity with embedded systems, especially NXP processors with IDE Keil, is a plus.
#LI-TB1
#LI-Hybrid
The Salary range for this position is $98,900.00-$125,600.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location.
About Us
Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose-Creating an energy resilient world for a better future-and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.
In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?
Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact EnergyJobs@rehlko.com. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.