AM-Platform Lead

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

Job Title: Assistant Manager - Platform Lead

Department: Industrial Engineering - New Product Development

Reports To: Manager - Platform Lead

Collaborates With: Global Engineering, CAD, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Project Management teams

Basic Function

Provide engineering support for the design, development, validation, and sustainment of gas and diesel generator systems throughout the product lifecycle. Responsible for managing CAD deliverables, creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs), and supporting New Product Development (NPD) initiatives. Collaborate with domestic and international engineering teams, and interface with global stakeholders including purchasing and manufacturing to select components and define manufacturing methods. Drive Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives to improve product cost, quality, manufacturability, and performance. Contribute to engineering capability development through standardization, knowledge sharing, process improvement, and technical mentoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute detailed mechanical design of generator assemblies, modules, kits, options, and accessories.
• Apply knowledge of mechanical systems, generator architecture, and production processes to ensure robust, scalable, and cost-effective designs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally and cross-culturally to ensure alignment and quality in generator set designs.
• Apply working knowledge of SAP, CREO, CATIA, and Windchill in daily engineering activities.
• Participate in NPD meetings to understand project scope, deliverables, timelines, and budgets, and communicate relevant information to local teams.
• Support Project Engineers and Analysts in delivering high-quality designs within project timelines with Quality work.
• Demonstrate understanding of generator system architecture and testing experience to support first time right design.

Ownership Areas

• Ensure the quality and completeness of CAD designs, engineering Bills of Materials (BOMs), and Windchill deliverables.
• Provide technical and design support to Project Engineers to enhance development capabilities.
• Conduct design reviews and analysis, recommendations for improvements and optimization.
• Demonstrate accountability for both individual contributions and collaborative team deliverables.
• Mentor and guide CAD team members, fostering skill development and promoting best practices in design workflows.
• Drive efficiency improvements in design processes, tools utilization, and documentation standards.
• Foster trust and effective working relationships across business by engaging with cross-functional and global teams.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement.
• Actively demonstrate organizational values and performance expectations.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline).
• Experience:
  • Assistant Manager: 8+ years
• Strong understanding of generator systems (gas/diesel) and testing.
• Proficiency in CAD tools (CREO, CATIA), PLM systems (Windchill), and ERP (SAP).
• Excellent communication skills - written, verbal, and presentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Organized and effective in managing time and multiple projects.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality and innovation.

About Us

Our Values

Curiosity - Seek, learn, share

Trust - Go farther together

Pace - Focus to go faster

Excellence - Find the win every day