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Sales & Applications Engineer-Power Generation

Generac logoGeneracSussex, WI, United StatesFull-timeListed 3d ago

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The posting

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 Sales & Applications Engineer-Power Generation is responsible for providing technical sales support to distribution and direct sales channels and coordinating special design options with specials engineering. This role assists with tracking and closing large industrial projects and develops and supports technical sales material. Provides technical training for both internal and external customers as well as creates presentations supporting products or applications. Interfaces with existing industrial dealers, national accounts and consulting/design engineers creating additional sales by providing a portfolio of power solutions through technical knowledge and expertise.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide technical sales support and customer service to distribution channels, direct sales teams, national accounts, industrial dealers, and consulting/design engineers.
  • Support and help close large industrial power generation projects by providing technical expertise, application guidance, drawings, presentations, and power solution recommendations.
  • Coordinate customer-specific product and design requirements with sales and engineering teams, including special design options, application needs, and product improvement opportunities.
  • Develop and deliver technical training, presentations, and sales support materials for internal teams, customers, dealers, and other key stakeholders.
  • Manage key customer technical interactions and requirements, including factory fly-ins, product witness testing, application and service issues, sizing program data, and timely technical support.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
  • 7 years of Sales Engineering experience supporting customers at the consulting engineer level.
  • Drafting experience using CAD, Creo, or similar design software.
  • Experience within the power generation industry.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

  • Ability to effectively present technical information and conduct customer training.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage a large and diverse technical workload in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong customer-facing skills with the ability to collaborate across sales, engineering, and technical teams.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Technical writing and training experience.
  • Previous experience using SAP or an equivalent ERP system.
  • Experience supporting complex industrial or customer-specific power generation applications.

GREAT REASONS TO WORK FOR GENERAC

  • Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
  • Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
  • Enjoy summer hours (Memorial Day – Labor Day)
  • Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits, many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line, while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
  • Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back. The company proudly offers a Volunteer Time Off program, inviting team members to participate in charitable volunteer opportunities on company time.
  • We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
  • We offer product loan and discount programs.

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“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.”

Taken from Generac's own posting, last seen live on 13 Nov 2026.

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Home standby and portable generators, solar and battery storage, EV chargers, ecobee smart thermostats and industrial generators with service and rentals, sold through retailers, dealers, installers and distributors to homeowners, businesses, telecom and data center operators and government agencies.

Pay schedule: Generac pays its sellers a base salary with commission (uncapped on service sales seats), and most posted ranges come with eligibility for short- and long-term incentives; its two contract renewal roles are hourly.

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