Systems Engineer

Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

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!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Work-life flexibility

• Recognition and rewards

• Development and career opportunities

• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

The Systems Engineer plays a key role in supporting the development and integration of advanced generator control systems within a collaborative, cross-functional engineering environment. This position is ideal for an early-career engineer eager to build a strong technical foundation in controls, electrical system architecture, and system-level design.

Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, the Systems Engineer will contribute to the development of control algorithms, system requirements, and performance specifications while gaining hands-on experience troubleshooting real-world technical challenges. This role offers the opportunity to grow technical expertise, engage with global teams, and make meaningful contributions to innovative power systems solutions.

Work Mode: Hybrid-3 days in office

Location: Mosel facility at N7650 County Rd LS, Sheboygan, WI, 53083

The Systems Engineer 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

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

Requirements:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program

• 0–2 years of related engineering experience (internships, co-ops, or academic projects applicable)

• Ability to manage assigned tasks and small projects with guidance

• Basic knowledge of C and/or C++ or equivalent high-level programming language

• Basic familiarity with MATLAB and Simulink

• Exposure to one or more of the following is a plus:

  • PSPICE, OrCAD

  • PLC programming

  • Agile or waterfall project development approaches

TRAITS OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Clear written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to learn complex systems and apply engineering fundamentals

• Attention to detail and documentation

• Customer-focused mindset

• Good organizational and time-management skills

• Introductory knowledge of power systems concepts such as wiring and grounding.

• Paralleling, and load management is a plus.

• Exposure to communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, CAN, I²C, SPI) is a plus

• Awareness of industry standards and regulatory requirements is a plus

Work Mode: Hybrid-3 days in office

Location: Mosel facility at N7650 County Rd LS, Sheboygan, WI, 53083

 

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.

Our Values

Curiosity – Seek, learn, share

Trust – Go farther together

Pace – Focus to go faster

Excellence – Find the win every day