Industrial Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Waukesha, WI - USA

Pewaukee, WI - USA

Full time

JR16999

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?

About the Internship Program

Generac’s Internship Program is full-time (40 hours per week) from May/June through August 2027. The program will be on-site , with positions in the following locations: Waukesha, WI (headquarters); Pewaukee, WI; plant locations throughout Wisconsin.

Generac’s Internship Program is designed to provide students with real-world experience in a supportive and innovative environment. Students contribute to impactful projects, gain exposure to industry best practices, and build lasting professional connections. This is a valuable opportunity to develop your professional and technical skills and grow alongside experienced mentors.

Potential Roles You Will Be Considered For:

-Manufacturing Engineering - Develops and improves manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, and production methods to safely and efficiently build high-quality products.

-Industrial Engineering - Analyzes workflows, resources, and operations to improve productivity, capacity utilization, and overall operational efficiency.

-Automation Engineering - Designs automated manufacturing systems, robotics, and digital factory technologies that increase throughput, consistency, and safety.

-Continuous Improvement & Quality - Leads initiatives focused on quality, process improvement, waste reduction, reliability, and operational excellence using Lean and Six Sigma principles.

EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Currently pursuing a bachelors or advanced degree (preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Civil Engineering).

• Understanding or working knowledge of Pro-E and/or AutoCAD experience.

• Proficient oral and written communication and able to write clearly and succinctly to get a message across.

• Ability to work FULL-TIME during the Summer – 40 Hour Week; Potential to work part time through the school year.

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• Completion of Sophomore year

KEY DUTIES:

• Designs, validates, and brings new products to market.

• Provides new product development support in the Industrial, Commercial, Residential and/or Retail generator or Power Tool product area including; Creating and maintaining CAD models, drawings, and BOMs; Supporting product development plans (schedule, product cost, meeting design inputs); Interfacing with internal company personnel;Provide technical support for assigned projects.

• Specifies precise new product functional requirements; designs, tests and integrates standard, less complex components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness, cost (including cost/benefit analysis), reliability (risk analysis), and safety.

• Designs, develops, executes and evaluates fitness-for-use testing, product specifications and process validation plans for standard products and/or components; creates and reviews material part specifications and bills of materials.

• Collaborates with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimize basic designs for manufacturability.

• Utilizes CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings.

• Supports product development plans (schedule, product cost, meeting design inputs)

• Travels to other Generac facilities as necessary

• Other duties as assigned.

“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.”

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?

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.