Product Development Engineer

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings.
• Design and engineer new boat components and systems from concept through production.
• Support development of new boat models and running design changes.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Coordinate engineering changes through production.
• Review prototype builds and recommend improvements.
• Work directly with manufacturing to solve production issues.
• Evaluate warranty trends and develop permanent engineering solutions.
• Participate in sea trials and product testing.
• Assist with structural analysis, component validation, and design verification.
• Work with suppliers to develop and improve purchased components.
• Ensure designs meet ABYC, NMMA, and applicable Coast Guard standards.
• Prepare engineering documentation, specifications, and installation instructions.
• Collaborate with purchasing, manufacturing, quality, and sales teams throughout product development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of product development or mechanical design experience.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including fiberglass composites, aluminum fabrication, plastics, sheet metal, and marine hardware.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Recreational boating experience is required.

• Experience operating center consoles, deck boats, or offshore fishing boats.

• Understanding of boat systems including:

  1. Hull construction
  2. Fuel systems
  3. Steering
  4. Electrical systems
  5. Plumbing
  6. Livewell systems
  7. Fishing accessories

• Knowledge of ABYC standards.

• Familiarity with NMMA certification requirements.

• Experience working with marine suppliers.

• Experience participating in on-water product testing.

• Knowledge of DFMEA, root cause analysis, and design validation.