Manager, Application Engineering

Brunswick Corporation•Stuart, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager of Application Engineering leads the delivery of consistent, high‑quality application solutions that align with Navico’s product and system integration standards. This role ensures B2B customers are reliably supported and able to maximize value from Navico’s portfolio through clear implementation guardrails, strong internal support processes, and the development of standardised application solutions where guidance does not already exist. This role requires travel of approximately 30–60%, depending on the season. Given this, we are open to where the role is based, with the ideal location being close to a Navico office or a key customer base. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver. Navico Group is a stand-alone division of Brunswick, the world’s largest recreational marine business. Navico Group is the global leader in technology, systems and solutions for a variety of industries, from Marine & RV to Specialty Vehicles and beyond. Our broad portfolio consists of the industry's leading brands in Power Systems, Digital Systems, Fishing Systems, and Performance Components including Ancor, Attwood, B&G, BEP, Blue Sea Systems, C-MAP, CZone, Garelick, Lenco, Lowrance, Marinco, MotorGuide, Mastervolt, ProMariner, RELiON, Simrad and Whale. Our team is committed and driven, every day, to be the most trusted supply partner to the marine and mobile industries...and beyond.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
10+ years’ technical experience in marine, RV, specialty vehicle, industrial, or automotive environments.
Strong experience applying engineering standards, system integration principles, and technical problem solving in customer‑facing or delivery‑focused roles.
Proven ability to work cross‑functionally with Product, Engineering, Service, and Operations teams.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word for technical analysis, documentation, and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

Lead the Application Engineering team to deliver consistent, high‑quality product installations aligned with product, integration, and Integrated Solutions standards.
Define and maintain clear application and configuration standards, ensuring consistent adoption across customers and internal teams.
Ensure strong technical capability across the team, including deep knowledge of the product portfolio, software releases, and new product introductions.
Own the accuracy, governance, and timely delivery of application, commissioning, and service documentation.
Lead structured issue resolution and personally support complex or priority customer applications when required.
Partner closely with Service, Product Management, and Engineering to support issue resolution, field campaigns, and successful new product introductions.
Provide strong people leadership, setting clear expectations, developing capability, and fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus.