Advanced Engineer - Technology Center

Boston Whaler•Edgewater, FL

90d

About The Position

As part of the talented Brunswick Boat Group (BBG) Technology Center team, you will be responsible for the advanced engineering and development of fiberglass, mechanical, electrical, laminate, and structural system designs for the Brunswick Boat Group Technology Center. This will require the use of Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) tools to generate 3D surface models for liners, decks, and small parts and strong competency with complex mechanism development. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or related discipline
Consideration will be given for candidates with significant work experience in lieu of education requirements
3-5+ years experience in marine product design required with knowledge of manufacturing/production processes.
Computer Aided Design experience required (Siemens NX preferred and/or experience with SolidWorks, Catia, Creo or Pro-E)
Excellent 3-D solid and free-surface modelling skills required
Familiarity with Finite Element Analysis
Proficient understanding of component and assembly interactions at the system level
Proven ability to manage multiple projects tasks and provide direction to engineering and product assembly teams.
Commitment to quality and standards that are accepted by the industry
Must interface well with other employees and departments throughout Brunswick as well as outside vendors, dealers and retail customers
Must be able to work extra hours required to assume timely completion of critical projects
Proficiency in all Microsoft office applications
Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities that address multifaceted problems

Nice To Haves

Boating experience is desired
Experience with developing and implementing complex mechanisms used in customer facing products
Lean Six Sigma certification or experience is desired
Familiarity with PFEMA and DFEMA is desired

Responsibilities

Generate 3D surface models of decks, liners, and small parts to be utilized for 5-axis milling and tooling design
Serve as the engineering lead during design development
Complete engineering of assigned areas of a boat including fiberglass design, purchased parts and hardware development, mechanical system/hose routing, electrical layout, etc.
Design, engineer, and validate complex hinges and mechanisms for supplier fabrication using 3D models and 2D specification drawings
Support industrial design with space-claim analysis and feasibility studies
Provide accurate material and component specification for the sourcing of new components
Provide cost analysis to industrial design and program management on new concepts prior to engineering start
Work with suppliers on the development of new systems and components to ensure continuous improvement in the quality and value of our boats systems
Ensure that new designs and components meet the cost, performance, and functional requirements of the new and enhancement boat programs
Review and approve engineering drawings and assembly prints for new boat programs
Participate in manufacturing integration activities to ensure successful launches of new products and technologies as well as continuous improvement activities
Ensure that designs have been fully validated and that they meet necessary system specifications and performance requirements
Establish acceptance criteria with program management for new concepts and designs
Utilize warranty data to identify issues related to mechanical systems for mitigation purposes
Provide technical evaluations and reports on issues for customer service and field problems
Ensure compliance with all necessary industry, domestic, and international government regulations
Ensure that all materials used in the manufacture of finished products have been tested and approved for quality and reliability
Ensure timely and adequate completion of all applicable phases of project
Apply relevant voice of the customer and systems engineering input to design in Phase 2
Must be willing to travel (minimum 10%)