Summer 2026
Firmware Engineering Intern
Generac
1,001-5,000 employees
Home and industrial backup power systems
No salary listed
Reno, NV, USA
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- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related engineering discipline.
- Coursework or project experience in embedded programming with C or C++.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in writing and verbally.
- Comfortable working in a hands-on lab environment.
- Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy.
- Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: ability to translate technical information to varied audiences.
- Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: foundational understanding of engineering principles.
- Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: comfortable with structured problem-solving and willing to ask questions.
- Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: growing knowledge of communication protocols and hardware interfaces.
- Support firmware development for embedded controllers using C and C++.
- Assist with creating and maintaining firmware modules and supporting documentation.
- Contribute to test specification development for new systems and firmware.
- Conduct and evaluate firmware and hardware testing in the lab.
- Participate in design reviews and learn from experienced firmware engineers.
- Use simulation tools and Python scripting for tooling and automation tasks.
- Support troubleshooting of designs alongside cross-functional engineering teams.
- Take ownership of a defined project that delivers tangible value to the team by the end of the internship.
- Familiarity with Python for scripting or automation.
- Prior project experience with physical embedded systems (academic, personal, or internship).
- Exposure to CI/CD concepts or version control tools (Git).
- Coursework or interest in residential power electronics, energy systems, or controls.
- Interest in clean energy technology.
- Willingness to learn AI tools in a production development environment.
Generac Power Systems provides backup power solutions for homes and businesses by selling generators and related equipment, including home standby units, portable generators, and industrial power products. Its systems automatically supply electricity during outages and can be monitored remotely, with maintenance services to keep them running. The company differentiates itself through a wide dealer network, direct and partner sales, and a diversified product line that serves residential, commercial, and industrial customers, along with clean energy options. Its goal is to ensure reliable power availability in varied settings—telecommunications, healthcare, and manufacturing—while emphasizing sustainability and accessible, scalable backup and clean energy solutions.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Waukesha, Wisconsin
Founded
1959
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Global Parement Supply Agreement secures $700M backlog for hyperscale data center backup power.
- Pune GCC and Belvidere facility expand engineering talent and packaging capacity by Q1 2027.
- 28% C&I sales growth and 14% CAGR support $3B commercial and industrial business goal.
What critics are saying
- AI data center slowdown could cancel 15% of $700M backlog orders within six months.
- Single-source supplier dependence risks 30% production halt threatening backlog delivery.
- Kohler's superior <1% THD and vacuum windings erode residential share in high-humidity regions.
What makes Generac unique
- Backed by 28% Q1 C&I growth and $700M backlog driven by AI data center demand.
- First affordable backup generator inventor and automatic home standby generator category creator.
- Enhanced G-Force board coatings in 2026 models prevent moisture-induced electrical tracking.
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↑ 9%Generators are more of a specialty than you might think. Standby generators have been around for a long time. Manufacturers like Generac, Briggs and Stratton, Kohler and Cummins have been in a constant battle to offer generators that are reliable, smaller, more powerful, more efficient, better looking, and more affordable. As a result, there are layers of complications and new technology being introduced all the time. At Ready, Set: Power!, Ready Set Power is staying up to date at the same furious pace as the manufacturers release new features. 25 years ago, if a homeowner had a 200A main panel, manufacturers offered two choices: a partial system, or a 48kW liquid cooled generator. Today, Ready Set Power is able to make the claim that Ready Set Power can provide all the power you need at half the price. Modern load management technology helps Ready Set Power to manage larger loads by delaying some of the heavy hitting devices like A/C units, electric heaters etc. This is just one of many examples of how the generator industry has changed over time. Ready Set Power meet so many homeowners who have fallen into the trap of choosing an installation company that simply doesn't have nearly enough collective experience in generators to be able to properly install generators. There are companies that will gladly install a generator "cheaper" than they should. they will cut corners. They will skip the permitting process. They will not upgrade gas meters. It's pretty bad. One of the biggest challenges Ready Set Power face is having to come behind these installs and fix other people's mistakes. Here are some real-life recent stories designed to help show that there is more to installing a generator than just setting it in place and connecting it to your house. Ready Set Power work with contractors as often as Ready Set Power can. What Ready Set Power has found is that some will try to have their "own" electricians and plumbers do the install because they have been working with them for years. Recently, Ready Set Power were told about an installation performed by or under the supervision of a master electrician and plumber. Ready Set Power has an enormous respect for master electricians and plumbers. It takes years of hands-on training, studying and testing to earn this level of license. However, just because an electrician or plumber can get the generator connected does not mean they know anything about generator engines, transfer switch gear, stators, gas pressure requirements, load management and ongoing maintenance. A few months after one particular installation, the transfer switch circuitry fried. While Ready Set Power can't be sure, it was probably a utility surge. The contractor's master electrician never attended the extensive training offered by Generac including two days of on-site training required to become a service dealer. They had no choice but to hire a competitor to fix the ATS. Ready Set Power just completed a warranty repair on a Briggs generator installed by others. When Ready Set Power arrived, the symptoms included a bad battery charging circuit (which caused the battery to die requiring replacement) and the generator was only transferring to the generator, but wouldn't transfer back. The original installer didn't know that they were supposed to program the generator controller to tell it what type of transfer switch was being used. A generator company like ours has the technical expertise to "flash" a controller, update the programming, and set it up correctly. Apparently, the original installer did not. This caused a chain reaction that required the replacement of their controller, replacement of the ATS coils, and the transfer switch module twice. The original company replaced it once before. Ready Set Power know because they left the old module and several blown fuses at the customer's house. These kinds of improper installations have a terrible effect on companies like ours. Ready Set Power do the work. Ready Set Power go through the training. Ready Set Power document its findings and learn from the challenges Ready Set Power has faced for years. When customers buy the cheapest generator installation they can find, they inevitably end up regretting it. In some cases, they regret their brand decision. They might think that the manufacturer makes an inferior product. They might think "all generators" don't work right. They might try blaming Ready Set Power for someone else's mistake. Ready Set Power is immediately back on its heels trying to fix those mistakes and hopefully end up with a happy customer in a situation where the customer's generator isn't working when they need it most. Its master electrician sent a text the other day saying, "Quality is not expensive when done right the first time." He's (mostly) right. We aren't always the "lowest price" option, but it's usually because Ready Set Power only do it right. Ready Set Power do lose business because some customers are convinced that they can save a few hundred dollars using a company that is willing to cut corners. In some cases, the other company doesn't even know they are cutting corners because they don't know how to do it right. As a company, Ready Set Power has made the strategic decision to welcome new customers who have had generators installed by others. Some other companies won't even deal with "orphan" or "zombie" units. Of course Ready Set Power would rather help install it right the first time, but if you have a unit installed by someone else and you need maintenance, monitoring, service, or warranty repair, give Ready Set Power a call. Not all warranties are the same. Not all generator installations can be remediated, but Ready Set Power will assess your situation honestly. Ready Set Power received one of the best texts Ready Set Power could have imagined just the other day. "...we are thrilled to have you and your company taking care of everything." This text was sent after Ready Set Power took the time to correct other people's mistakes and set their generator up with a monitoring and maintenance schedule. At Ready, Set, Power! Ready Set Power know that outages suck and Ready Set Power want you to have peace of mind that your generator is ready for the next storm. Let Ready Set Power know if Ready Set Power can help.
Whitewater School District, Generac partner on new Innovation Center. WHITEWATER - Whitewater High School students are expected to have expanded access to robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence through a new Generac Innovation Center. According to a release from Whitewater Unified School District and Generac, the lab is being created through a partnership between the district and Generac. It will support hands-on learning in engineering, manufacturing, and computer science. The center is part of the district's career and technical education renovation and expansion project at Whitewater High School. The district says that project was made possible through the spring 2025 community referendum. The Generac Foundation is providing a $200,000 donation to help secure equipment for the center, which is expected to be completed by September. The release says the sponsorship will fund FANUC ER-4iA fenceless industrial robots and Niryo Ned 2 robotic arm systems with vacuum pumps, conveyors, and vision systems. The center will also include a robotics lab and a dedicated area for robotics activities and practice space for the school's FIRST robotics team. Whitewater Unified School District Career and Technical Education Coordinator Michael Rick says partnerships like this create opportunities that schools cannot provide alone. Rick says the investment is not just in equipment or a facility, but also in students, their futures, and the continued growth of the Whitewater community. Whitewater High School Principal Brent Mansky says the center will mirror today's industrial environments and help prepare students for their first jobs and long-term careers in changing fields. Generac has a manufacturing facility in Whitewater that employs more than 800 people, according to the release.
Generac launches first India Global Capability Center in Pune. 16 hours ago June 17, 2026 Power technology leader establishes strategic GCC to accelerate global innovation. Generac Holdings, a leading global provider of energy technology and power solutions, has announced the launch of its first Global Capability Center (GCC) in India. Located in Pune, the new center marks a significant milestone in the company's global expansion strategy and reinforces India's growing importance in innovation, engineering, and business operations. The Pune GCC will support Generac's worldwide operations by bringing together specialized talent across engineering, digital technologies, product development, analytics, and enterprise support functions. Pune strengthens position as a global GCC hub. The decision to establish the company's first India GCC in Pune highlights the city's emergence as a preferred destination for multinational organizations seeking access to highly skilled talent and robust technology infrastructure. Pune has become a major center for engineering services, manufacturing innovation, software development, and research activities, attracting investments from global enterprises across industries including technology, industrial manufacturing, automotive, and energy. Generac's investment further strengthens Pune's reputation as a strategic location for high-value global capability centers. Driving engineering and technology excellence. The newly established GCC is expected to play a key role in supporting Generac's innovation agenda and long-term growth objectives. The center will contribute across multiple strategic areas, including: * Product engineering and development * Digital transformation initiatives * Data analytics and business intelligence * Software and technology innovation * Enterprise operations support * Research and development activities By leveraging India's engineering talent ecosystem, Generac aims to accelerate innovation cycles, improve operational efficiencies, and strengthen collaboration across its global teams. Supporting the future of energy technology. As the global demand for intelligent energy solutions, power resilience, and sustainable technologies continues to grow, companies are increasingly investing in innovation centers that can support rapid product development and digital transformation. Generac's Pune GCC is expected to contribute to the company's efforts in advancing energy technologies, connected solutions, and next-generation digital capabilities that help customers manage power systems more effectively. Expanding opportunities for skilled talent. The launch of the GCC is expected to create employment opportunities for professionals across engineering, software development, analytics, product management, and technology functions. India's growing pool of highly qualified engineers and technology specialists continues to make the country an attractive destination for organizations seeking to build innovation-driven teams capable of supporting global business priorities. Outlook. Generac's decision to establish its first India Global Capability Center in Pune reflects the company's confidence in India's talent ecosystem and innovation capabilities. The new center is expected to play a vital role in supporting product innovation, engineering excellence, and business transformation initiatives across the organization. The investment also highlights the continued growth of India's GCC ecosystem, which remains a critical driver of innovation, operational excellence, and global enterprise expansion. Data Source: Link Related Topics:
Generac awarded for design 2025. Generac wins prestigious GOOD DESIGN award in 2025 for three innovative products. Generac Holdings Inc., headquartered in Waukesha, Wisconsin, is a recognized leader in energy technology and power products. On March 10, 2026, the company was honored with the prestigious GOOD DESIGN Awards for three of its innovative products: the Next Gen Home Standby Generator, iQ Series Portable Generators, and PWRcell 2 Energy Storage System. These awards celebrate Generac's commitment to advanced design, engineering excellence, and sustainability across multiple product categories. Each recognized product demonstrates thoughtful integration of durability, user-centered features, and modern aesthetics, reinforcing Generac's mission to empower consumers with reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions for both home and business applications. Let's talk.
mHUB announces Energy Tech Accelerator for novel technologies at the Compute-Energy Nexus. Press Releases Published Date May 19, 2026 The next cohort of mHUB's Energy Tech Accelerator, supported by partners Equinix Foundation, Generac, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Foundation, Marmon Holdings, and Salesforce, will advance the commercialization of technologies in energy and infrastructure. CHICAGO | May 19, 2026 - As AI and digital technology continue to scale, the demand for smarter, more resilient energy and compute infrastructure has never been greater. In response, mHUB, the nation's largest independent hard tech innovation center, today announced a global call for startups building solutions at the compute-energy nexus to join its accelerator program. In partnership with Equinix Foundation, Generac, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Foundation, Marmon Holdings, and Salesforce, and with support from The Rockefeller Foundation, the next mHUB accelerator will focus on technologies advancing data center efficiency, grid and infrastructure resilience, and sustainable energy systems. Applications are now open and will be accepted through Monday, July 13. The 6-10 startups accepted into the program will receive a $200,000 initial investment from mHUB Ventures in exchange for 6.5% equity, which includes $100K in cash, $30K in cash reimbursement for product development, and $70K for in-kind services. Participants receive access to state-of-the-art prototyping labs and technical assistance at mHUB, dedicated mentors and expert-led programming, and connections to industry leaders, investors, and a deep manufacturing ecosystem. The program's Executive Director is Ryan Fant, who brings a rare combination of entrepreneurial experience and operational leadership to mHUB. A two-time Techstars founder, he co-founded Keen Home (acquired) and has led innovation strategy at organizations including Koch Industries and ConnectM. "Surging compute demand is creating one of the most exciting innovation opportunities in energy we've seen in decades," said Ryan Fant, Executive Director, mHUB Accelerator. "This program is designed to find the boldest early-stage solutions and get them to market faster." "We believe technology can create the greatest opportunity when it's built thoughtfully," said Paige Rodgers, Director, Equinix Foundation. "When founders receive the support they need, they can advance more sustainable, resilient solutions that both strengthen communities and reduce environmental impact. That's why the Equinix Foundation is proud to collaborate with mHUB on this accelerator." "Our partnership with mHUB reflects Generac's commitment to advancing the next generation of energy innovation - particularly as data center demand accelerates and power infrastructure becomes more complex," said Erik Wilde, EVP and President, Domestic C&I at Generac. "We look forward to connecting with the entrepreneurial talent creating breakthrough technologies and helping drive more resilient, efficient, and sustainable power solutions." "Rising digital demand must be met with more efficient and resilient systems. We already have solutions in place that can dramatically improve IT efficiency, but solving this challenge at scale will require innovation and ecosystem collaboration to accelerate real-world impact," said Fred Tan, Global Head of Social Impact at HPE. "We're proud to convene and support the cross-sector partnerships needed to turn breakthrough ideas into deployable technologies for the next era of AI and digital infrastructure." "The energy demands of AI are not a challenge any single company can solve alone. Meeting them will require innovators willing to take bold bets on solutions that don't yet have a proven market," said Sunya Norman, SVP of Impact, Salesforce. "That's exactly the kind of community-driven, forward-leaning work mHUB enables, and we're proud to support it." "The rapid growth of AI and data centers underscores the need for innovative, sustainable solutions," said Slav Gatchev, Vice President of Innovative Finance at The Rockefeller Foundation. "We are proud to support mHUB's next Energy Tech Accelerator, which brings together entrepreneurs to turn bold ideas into cutting-edge hardware at the compute-energy nexus. Initiatives like this are critical to advancing resilient infrastructure, improving efficiency, creating jobs, and ensuring an equitable, sustainable energy future." The accelerator is further supported by Evergreen Climate Innovations, an organization that provides catalytic capital and support to startups bringing impactful climate technologies to market. Evergreen will bring subject matter expertise and expanded access to industry and investment. Additionally, legal partner Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP will provide legal counsel for business formation and IP protection. Applications for the Compute-Energy Nexus Cohort of the mHUB Energy Tech Accelerator are now open. To learn more and apply, visit: https://mhub.org/energy-tech-accelerator About mHUB mHUB is an innovation platform that drives the commercialization of hard tech, helping companies build, scale, and innovate with speed and purpose. The platform includes a Chicago-based incubator and prototyping lab; venture and real estate investment company, mHUB Ventures; and an engineering and product consulting arm. Together, infrastructure, capital, and expertise combine to enable emerging technologies, create new manufacturing businesses, and strengthen U.S. industry. To date, mHUB has worked with over 200 public and private partners and supported over 500 startups that have collectively generated $5B in economic activity. Learn more at mhub.org. About mHUB Ventures mHUB Ventures is the investment management arm of mHUB, governing both venture capital and real estate funds to accelerate hard tech innovation and strengthen U.S. industrial competitiveness. Its venture platform invests in early-stage startups across energy, medical technology, and advanced manufacturing, leveraging mHUB's world-class prototyping facilities, engineering talent, and corporate partnerships to reduce risk and speed commercialization. Its real estate platform focuses on transformative industrial redevelopment and next-generation manufacturing facilities designed to support the full lifecycle of product development. Together, these integrated platforms create a unique engine for scaling physical technologies and driving manufacturing industry growth. Media contacts. Kim blomquist. Jessica kosmider. The Rockefeller Foundation Get Updates