Performance Validation Engineer

Brunswick Boat Group • Fond du Lac, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Performance Validation Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving hot test equipment and processes that support Mercury’s Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Productivity objectives. This role applies Lean Manufacturing principles, methodologies, and tools to drive operational excellence, enhance process efficiency, and increase organizational responsiveness. The Performance Validation Engineer evaluates existing systems, identifies improvement opportunities, and leads the implementation of sustainable process enhancements that align with and support overall business strategies and organizational initiatives. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent Engineering degree)
• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant work experience
• Extensive working knowledge and understanding of diverse manufacturing operations
• Proficient in lean manufacturing tools and strategies, and process improvement methodologies
• Strong proficiency in MS Office applications
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and documents

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of AutoCAD or equivalent 2D drafting software is desired
• Formal Lean Six Sigma Green / Black belt certification
• Solid comprehension and listening skills
• Excellent analytical and data analysis skills, careful attention to detail and accuracy
• Self-motivated, self-directed, results-oriented, and capable of working independently within deadlines
• Ability to maintain a high level of focus & flexibility

Responsibilities

• Review production schedules, engineering specifications, process flows and other information to understand the hot testing methods and activities
• Engagement in current production activities, providing troubleshooting support to process and equipment related issues causing downtime and loss of production output
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing tools and principles in continuous improvement projects, activities, and everyday tasks in support of business goals related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Production
• Develop and maintain process documentation
• Active participant in Safety and Ergonomic activities in support of providing a safe and healthy working environment for all team members
• Assist new product development projects by supporting creation (or update) of efficient hot test systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, and information to validate product
• Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency, using computer aided drafting software
• Collaborate with customers (both internal and external) and suppliers (both internal and external) to understand and solve pertinent issues within area(s) of responsibility
• Compile and execute various reports and audits, in support of ISO requirements and other initiatives within area(s) of responsibility
• Development of equipment specifications and Statements of Work, and qualification of processes and equipment prior to deployment for production use
• Act as a liaison with Current Product Engineering and Manufacturing Program Management team, as required to support Business objectives
• Provide coaching and mentoring for peers
• Act as subject matter expert on specific processes related to hot test

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid vacation
• 401k (up to 4% match)
• Health Savings Account (with company contribution)
• wellbeing program
• product purchase discounts

What This Job Offers

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