Engineering Technician - Gearcase

Brunswick Corporation•Fond du Lac, WI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

As an Engineering Technician on Mercury Marine's Product Development team, you will focus on new product marine design, specializing in the design and development of Outboard Gear Drives (lower units) for marine applications ranging from 30 to 600 horsepower. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Requirements

Associates degree with emphasis in mechanical design or technology.
3 years of experience in fabrication and test of mechanical systems in an R&D lab environment.
Ability to read engineering drawings.
Knowledge of, and the ability to use, various computer software programs including Microsoft Office.
Ability to apply sound engineering principles in problem solving.

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of production methods and process requirements as they relate to typical marine drive component manufacturing.
Familiar with gear terminology.
Knowledge of the design, manufacture, and inspection of involute splines.
Familiar with transmission design and mechanical / hydraulic clutch design.
Familiar with data acquisition hardware and software.

Responsibilities

Perform assembly and disassembly of mechanical gear transmissions, including spiral & straight bevel and parallel axis gears.
Perform routine engineering work requiring the application of standard techniques and procedures.
Create and assist with the development of product specifications and test requirements for gearcase components and system assemblies.
Participate in the development process by testing prototypes and analyzing failures.
Provide test results to the requestor in a clear, concise, written format including photographs.
Build or specify requirements for test fixtures and specialized assembly tools required to meet individual project needs.
Analyze product issues associated with production and warranty.
Complete competitive benchmarking.