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 Mechanical Test Technician serves as a key contributor within the lab environment, responsible for executing complex mechanical and electrical testing to validate product performance and reliability. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with analytical problem-solving, supporting product development through accurate data collection, troubleshooting, and detailed reporting.
Acting as a subject matter expert, the Senior Mechanical Test Technician provides guidance on test methods, equipment, and results, while collaborating closely with engineers and lab leadership to prioritize work and drive efficient operations. The role also plays a critical part in continuous improvement efforts—enhancing test processes, refining lab equipment, and contributing to product improvements based on test findings and competitive analysis.
Success in this Senior Mechanical Test Technician position requires strong troubleshooting skills, proficiency with data acquisition systems (such as LabView and Dewesoft), and the ability to interpret complex data. The ideal candidate is a self-driven, innovative thinker who can work independently, mentor others, and effectively communicate technical information while supporting high-quality outcomes and customer satisfaction.
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Work Environment
Work Mode: Hybrid (3 days onsite)
Location: Sheboygan, WI
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring new or transfer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct diverse and complex mechanical tests using a variety of electrical and mechanical test equipment techniques.
Provides detailed reports / incident reports and daily test logs.
May lead Lab activities and mentor other Technicians.
Set up, and troubleshoot data acquisition equipment, with the ability to interpret data.
Primary advisor (subject matter expert) when questions or concerns arise involving testing, product, test processes and results.
Provides feedback on workload / test status to Lab Supervisor / Test Engineers to set work priority.
Strong speaking and writing skills to effectively convey information, express opinions, and motivate others to act.
Make product improvement recommendations based on test results, observations, comparisons to other product, and competitive product knowledge.
Drives the continuous improvement of lab equipment, test systems, processes, and methods to improve efficiency.
Utilizes necessary fabrication tools to make modifications to components or generators.
Qualifications and Requirements
Demonstrates initiative for independent, self-directed work focused on company and customer goals / objectives / satisfaction.
Assist with change management, training, and calibration activities for department.
Strong trouble shooting skillset with the ability to consider multiple variables and unknowns to achieve root cause analysis and problem resolution.
Establish, monitor, and maintain good working customer relationships resulting in excellent customer satisfaction.
Excellent soft skills, with proven ability to develop and grow relationships to positively influence the role.
A good understanding of data acquisition systems, hardware / software, LabView, Dewesoft.
Innovative thinker comfortable to make decisions and take risks.
Two-year technical degree preferred, or 5 or more years’ experience working in product test and validation.
Work Environment
Work Mode: Hybrid (3 days onsite)
Location: Sheboygan, WI
Travel: Limited, as required
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring new or transfer visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Pay Scale: 34.30 - 42.90 USD Hourly
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