Product Engineer

Malibu Boats, LLC•Loudon, TN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Malibu is the world’s leading towboat manufacturer and is now looking for a Product Engineer responsible for New Product Introduction to join their Product Development Engineering team. This position will perform engineering duties to support both New Product Engineering and Product Development in the continuous improvement of the Malibu product.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited University or Equivalent Level of Education plus Experience.
2+ years of experience in a Production Environment, Manufacturing Engineering, or Marine.
English required.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or technical procedures.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.
Will use mathematics to solve problems, up to the algebraic level.
Experience in a Production Facility required
Experience with 3D modeling software required
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite required

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Marine Manufacturing Environment preferred
Experiences in 3D modeling with NX preferred
Experience in developing assembly fixtures and jigs for production preferred
Boating experience preferred

Responsibilities

Manage new product design and continuous improvement of assembly jigs and fixtures to support new product integration into the production line.
Lead and support various DFMs for in-house production components and assemblies.
Assume the lead engineering role on multiple new product designs and continuous improvements on in-boat mechanical systems; including, but not limited to steering, interior hardware, exterior hardware, and other mechanical systems.
Support in creating validation standards, developing testing protocols, and documenting test results for production to test sub-assemblies before the parts reach the assembly line.
Confer with management and production to determine engineering feasibility and cost effectiveness of new machines or fixtures to support new products.
Develop and maintain technical drawings and specifications.
Work closely with other product engineers and process engineers during development of new products to ensure design will integrate into production.
Regularly identify opportunities for product and designs improvements to enhance the form, fit, and function of current and new designs.
Point of contact for any electrical or mechanical assembly issues that may occur on the production line.
Point of contact to support and resolve any quality or customer service issues that may occur.
Use engineering and computer design software, specifically AutoCAD, NX, and SolidWorks.
Ensure proper cross-departmental coordination and effective communication of all assigned projects.