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Site Engineer

Generac · Oshkosh, WI

Posted Jun 9, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Walk me through a capital project you managed from planning through execution on the shop floor. What was the scope and what did you personally own?

whether the candidate has real end-to-end ownership of capital projects versus just supporting one

Tell me about a time you had to manage an equipment outage. How did you coordinate with contractors and operations to keep the impact as small as possible?

experience minimizing production disruption and juggling multiple stakeholders under time pressure

Tell me about a time your process improvement idea met resistance from the people running the line. How did you handle it?

ability to drive change with frontline operators rather than just engineer on paper

Describe a situation where you had two projects competing for your time with shifting deadlines. How did you decide what got done first?

prioritization skill in a fast-paced, multi-project environment

Tell me about a technology transfer or line changeover you were part of. What went wrong and what would you do differently next time?

honest self-assessment and experience with the kind of facility transformation work this role involves

Technical

How would you approach improving a manufacturing process where you suspect a bottleneck but don't yet have hard data on where it is?

structured problem-solving approach and comfort using data before jumping to solutions

What lean tools or methodologies have you actually applied on a shop floor, and can you give a specific example where one changed an outcome?

depth of lean knowledge versus buzzword familiarity

What's your experience with PLC programming, and can you describe a project where you specified or modified equipment control logic?

hands-on technical depth in automation, not just theoretical exposure

Which CAD systems have you used for area layouts, and how do you go about laying out a mixed-model production line?

practical familiarity with the specific tools listed and layout planning logic

How do you go about justifying the cost of new equipment or tooling to get a project approved?

ability to build a business case, not just an engineering case

What does 'demand driven' manufacturing mean to you, and how have you applied flexibility and speed principles in a past role?

whether the candidate understands the specific operational philosophy the posting names or is guessing

Situational

Say a supplier's equipment install is going to run three days past the scheduled outage window and the line is scheduled to run overtime that week. What do you do?

practical decision-making when project timelines collide with production needs

If operations and quality disagree on whether a proposed process change is worth the risk, how do you work through that conflict?

conflict resolution and cross-functional collaboration skills

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The full job description

As published by Generac.

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? The Site Engineer is responsible for ongoing process improvement initiatives that deliver excellence across entire value chain.   This position develops and improves manufacturing processes and product quality by studying product and manufacturing methods, identifying areas of improvement, and working with manufacturing personnel to ensure plans are implemented Responsibilities: • Responsible for coordinating partnering with Operations team to plan, organize, and execute capital projects while managing outages, contractors and equipment. • Contribute to facility transformation, technology transfer and ongoing maintenance of mixed model lines or value streams.  • Ensure ongoing success of process improvement initiatives by implementing policies, procedures and process documentation. • Implement demand driven principles and strategies that supports operational excellence and long range plans.  (Flexibility, Speed & Responsiveness) • Contribute to creation of innovative ideas to improve business results. • Deploy standard Generac tools, methodologies, standards, practices and processes. • Implement objectives to include continuous improvement initiatives to achieve customer satisfaction and fulfillment needs. • Responsible for area layouts, process definition, PLC programing, design/selection, justification, and implementation of equipment, programs, and tooling. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology and 3-5 years related experience in the Engineering function within a similar working environment. • 3-5 years of experience in engineering field   Preferred Qualifications: • Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD, Solid Works and/or ProE); • Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills ; • Knowledge of lean principles and process improvements; • Experience managing capital projects; • Diverse skills and experience leading projects; • Experience collaborating cross-functionally to achieve desired results; • Demonstrated skills in problem solving and conflict resolution; • Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment. 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 pounds.   Specific conditions of this job include   are typical of frequent   and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close   vision   and ability to adjust focus.   “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.”

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