Power Systems Project Engineer- Controls Focus

Kohler Energy

  • Sheboygan, Wisconsin
  • 30+ days ago
  • $62,000–$77,000

Highlights

Working under the guidance of senior engineers, this Power Systems Project Engineer - Controls Focus role contributes to the creation and documentation of technical requirements, participates in cross-functional collaboration, and helps identify and resolve system-level issues. The Power Systems Project Engineer - Controls Focus provides input during design reviews, supports risk analysis activities, and contributes to continuous improvement through technical learning and knowledge sharing.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSheboygan, Wisconsin
Salary$62,000–$77,000

Description

The Power Systems Project Engineer - Controls Focus supports the development and integration of generator control systems by assisting with electrical system architecture design, controller schematics, and system-level performance specifications. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, this Power Systems Project Engineer - Controls Focus role contributes to the creation and documentation of technical requirements, participates in cross-functional collaboration, and helps identify and resolve system-level issues.

The Power Systems Project Engineer - Controls Focus provides input during design reviews, supports risk analysis activities, and contributes to continuous improvement through technical learning and knowledge sharing. This Power Systems Project Engineer - Controls Focus plays a key role in building foundational expertise in controls technologies, system design, and generator applications while supporting both current and future engineering projects.

Work Environment

  • Work Mode: Hybrid (3 days onsite)

  • Location: Mosel Facility - N7650 County Rd LS, Sheboygan, WI 53083

The Power Systems Project Engineer - Controls Focus is responsible for:

  • Assisting in the development of controls technologies and algorithms under guidance of senior engineers

  • Supporting creation and documentation of system-level requirements for controller development

  • Identifying, troubleshooting, and documenting technical issues with appropriate mentorship

  • Developing foundational technical knowledge in generator control system design

Specific Job responsibilities:

  • Assist in developing, analyzing, and documenting electrical system architectures

  • Participate in cross-functional teams to support development and documentation of system requirements and specifications

  • Assist in developing and documenting generator controller electrical schematics to support controller integration

  • Support development and documentation of electronic controls system-level performance specifications

  • Contribute to system-level design ideas for current and future projects

  • Support cross-functional teams in documenting system risk analyses

  • Provide technical input during team design reviews based on assigned tasks and growing system knowledge

  • Investigate, resolve, and document generator system technical issues under supervision

  • Participate in technical discussions with internal teams and occasionally external parties as appropriate

  • Build and share technical knowledge through internal forums, training, and professional development activities

  • Support special technical projects as needed by the department

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering from an ABET-accredited program

  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant electrical engineering experience

  • Basic programming knowledge in C, C++, or a similar high-level language

  • Familiarity with MATLAB and Simulink

  • Strong verbal and written communication and cross collaboration teamwork

  • Strong sense of ownership and the ability to manage assigned tasks and small projects with direction and oversight

Preferred Experience:

  • Exposure to tools such as PSPICE or OrCAD

  • Familiarity with PLC programming

  • Understanding of Agile and/or Waterfall development methodologies

Desired Skills & Attributes

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to learn complex systems and apply engineering fundamentals

  • High attention to detail, particularly in documentation and design work

  • Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Foundational knowledge of power systems concepts (e.g., wiring, grounding, paralleling, load management) is a plus

  • Exposure to communication protocols such as Modbus, CAN, I²C, or SPI is a plus

  • Awareness of relevant industry standards and regulatory requireme

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