Design Engineer (Marine)

Winnebago Industries Inc • Sarasota, FL

21h • $78,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Chris-Craft is seeking a Design Engineer II to help develop the next generation of premium boats. The role contributes to new product development and continuous improvement, taking innovative ideas from concept through production while helping ensure products meet standards for quality, performance, craftsmanship, and manufacturability. The position works with suppliers and cross-functional partners and supports product launches, manufacturing integration, compliance testing, and regulatory certification.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with 3D surface modeling and CAD development, preferably Rhino.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience collaborating with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and cross-functional stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or a related field.
• Passion for boating, product development, and innovative engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop boat systems and components from concept through production.
• Create and refine 3D surface models and engineering designs using Rhino.
• Design mechanical systems, propulsion configurations, and moving feature systems.
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop components and resolve technical challenges.
• Support product launches and manufacturing integration.
• Drive engineering change requests and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform compliance testing and support regulatory certification requirements.
• Help deliver products that meet Chris-Craft standards for quality, performance, craftsmanship, and manufacturability.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability.
• Voluntary group life insurance.
• Long-term disability.
• Suite of voluntary benefits.
• Paid time off (three weeks to start).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Matching 401(k) and ESPP program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level