Test Engineer

Arc Boat Company•Torrance, CA

52d•$125,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Arc is on a mission to electrify the marine industry by rethinking powertrains, software, and vessel designs. The company has proven its technology with consumers and is now scaling production and extending its platform to commercial applications with signed contracts and a strong pipeline. Arc is seeking a Test Engineer to own component, assembly, and vehicle level prototype testing. This role involves defining test plans, building and instrumenting test setups, executing tests, analyzing data, troubleshooting failures, and collaborating with design and manufacturing engineers. This is an opportunity to help establish Arc's testing capabilities from the ground up. The ideal candidate is passionate about the mission, moves fast, takes ownership, and pays attention to details.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
4+ years of experience developing and testing electromechanical products
Basic proficiency with CAD and FEA software packages, preferably NX
Strong grasp of the fundamentals of electrical and mechanical engineering
Experience configuring and operating data acquisition systems and instrumentation, and post-test data processing
Experience running electromechanical system tests
Experience with development testing, design verification, qualification, or production validation
This is an active role that will require consistent physical activity and standing for a majority of the shift
Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 lbs
Valid Drivers’ license

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with high performance electric vehicles, solar cars, Formula SAE, or similar
Exposure to sheet metal manufacturing, CNC machining, CAM, 3D printing, and shop tools
Experience creating detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets
Experience performing product environmental testing (shock and vibe, thermal, humidity, corrosion, EMI, and UV)
Experience with NI hardware, LabVIEW, Dewesoft, Vector, CAN tools, or similar DAQ and test systems
Experience developing electromechanical test stands and fixtures such as dynamometer
Experience with CAN, CAN FD, Ethernet, or other vehicle communication networks
Experience using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools for test automation and data analysis
Familiarity with HALT/HASS testing, reliability testing, or formal design verification
Experience troubleshooting electric vehicles or electro-mechanical systems
Experience mentoring engineers and technicians
Clear written and verbal communication
Ability to articulate and defend engineering decisions
Strong time management skills
Comfortable pushing a fast but sustainable pace
Enthusiasm for boating and clean energy

Responsibilities

Owning a subset of development and qualification testing of an electric boat (subsets include battery, powertrain, electrical, infotainment, software, and more)
Drafting test procedures, instrumentation plans, schematics, and work instructions from scratch
Engineer test stands to be used for development/qualification tests and in production e.g., shock, vibration, thermal, environmental, durability, and lifecycle, and dynamometer testing
Configuring and implement data acquisition systems for objective data collection
Working alongside vehicle engineers to define and execute test campaigns
Working alongside test technicians to diagnose, report, and repair prototype issues
Perform bench tests in the lab and on-vehicle tests in the field

Benefits

The base salary for this role is P2: $125,000 P3: $150,000 annually
Highly competitive equity grants are included with full time offers.
Semi-annual bonuses tied to your impact, not just your tenure.
99% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
14 weeks fully paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents
Generous time off — Highly competitive PTO with an opportunity to earn more time with tenure
Life and disability insurance for all employees
Traditional and Roth 401(k) access
$500 for you to spend each year to get out on the water, however you choose
$500 annual reimbursement for professional development and a monthly AI stipend
Annual reimbursement for PPE, ergonomic equipment and anything that ensures we keep our crew safe
Training and access to take Arc boats out with friends and family
Daily lunches, snacks, and good coffee while onsite
Relocation assistance — Available depending on role eligibility.