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Jesse Dees

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Director of Engineering - Internal Combustion Engine Technology at Generac
📍 West Bend, Wisconsin, United States

Jesse Dees is an engineering leader with deep expertise in internal combustion engines, holding director-level positions at Generac and previously serving as a Principal Engineer at Harley-Davidson. A recommendation highlights his deep technical knowledge and analytical approach. He holds a BSME from New Mexico State University and a certification as a Project Management Lead.

Outside of his corporate roles, Jesse is the owner of JDees Performance, a venture born from his passion for tuning motorcycles. He and his team focus on achieving maximum performance from Buell and Harley-Davidson engines, viewing it as a way to relax and engage with their shared interest.

His passion for performance tuning led his team to set multiple motorcycle land speed records at events like the Bonneville Speedweek.

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Experience
36 Years
Current Role
Director of Engineering - Internal Combustion Engine Technology
Job Level
Senior
Location
West Bend, Wisconsin, United States
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Engine Performance Tuning
Owns JDees Performance, which focuses on tuning Buell and Harley-Davidson motorcycles for maximum performance and has set land speed records.
Fuel & Emissions Systems
His work at Generac and his publications focus on engine efficiency, emissions reduction, and advanced fuel management systems, for which he holds a recent patent.
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Career

Work history

1-2024 - 8-2026
Director of Engineering - Internal Combustion Engine Technology
Generac
1-2017 - 12-2023
Director of Engineering - Spark Ignited Engines
Generac
7-2012 - 1-2017
Sr. Engineering Manager - Spark Ignited Engines
Generac
11-2011 - 7-2012
Principal Engineer - Powertrain
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
8-2009 - 11-2011
Systems Manager - Fluids System
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
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Education
1985 - 5-1990
BSME
New Mexico State University
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