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Kohler, Wisconsin, United States
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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 Senior Electrical Test Engineer – Switchgear plays a vital role in ensuring the quality, safety, and performance of electrical switchgear systems before they reach customers. This position is responsible for leading rigorous factory acceptance testing (FAT) processes, validating that all low and medium-voltage assemblies meet design specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements.
The Senior Electrical Test Engineer – Switchgear will be combining deep technical expertise with hands-on testing and problem-solving skills, the Senior Electrical Test Engineer – Switchgear partners closely with engineering, production, and customers to deliver reliable, compliant, and high-performing power distribution solutions.
Work Mode: onsite Monday-Friday
Location: 200 Twin Oaks Road Kohler WI 53044
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring new or transfer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct factory acceptance testing (FAT) on low and medium-voltage switchgear assemblies prior to shipment.
Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and checklists based on engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
Perform electrical and functional testing, including continuity, control circuit verification.
Identify, document, and troubleshoot defects or non-conformances; work with engineering and production teams to implement corrective actions.
Review schematics, wiring diagrams, bills of materials, and layout drawings to verify accuracy and completeness.
Ensure compliance with applicable standards such as UL, IBC, ANSI, IEEE, IEC, and NETA.
Prepare detailed test reports, inspection records, and quality documentation for internal use and customer review.
Support production team by addressing technical questions during the build process.
Support customer witness testing and address technical questions during FAT.
Calibrate and maintain test equipment and ensure proper usage.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and testing efficiency.
Work on special projects as dictated by the needs of the department.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred
4+ years of experience in electrical testing in power systems, or switchgear manufacturing environments.
Minimum of 4 years of electrical troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Minimum of 4 years of experience with being able to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience with testing instruments such as multimeters, insulation testers, relay test sets, and motor/generator test equipment.
Strong understanding of electrical principles, power distribution systems, and protection schemes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Work Mode: onsite Monday-Friday
Location: 200 Twin Oaks Road Kohler WI 53044
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring new or transfer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
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