Base Engine Quality Engineer

Mercury Marine; Fond du Lac (WI); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

401k with 4% match

Health Savings Account

Wellbeing program

Product discounts

Job summary

Mercury Marine in Fond du Lac, WI is seeking an experienced Base Engine engineer to improve our current products by addressing root causes, applying design and process improvements, and driving issues to resolution in production. The role sits within the Base Engine team and collaborates across functions.

The role requires a BSME with 10+ years in engine design, DFSS tooling experience, and strong understanding of manufacturing processes including casting, forging, machining and assembly.

Qualifications

• BSME with 10+ years in engine design or powerhead systems.
• Experience applying DFSS problem solving to real challenges.
• Strong understanding of casting, forging, machining, heat treatment and assembly.

Responsibilities

• Investigate issues, estimate costs/benefits, and validate improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Drive continuous improvement and risk assessment.
• Lead planning, design, analysis, and release of powerhead components.
• Challenge legacy solutions and introduce innovative, manufacturable designs.

Skills

DFSS methods

Engine design

Manufacturing processes

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

BSME

Job description

Are you ready for what’s next?

Location: Fond du Lac, WI

Workplace Category: Hybrid

Travel Required: None

Direct Reports: 0

Pay Range: 103,200-144,000

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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Position Overview

As part of the Base Engine team, you will work on making our already great products even better by focusing on Current Product Quality/Warranty. Work would involve root cause analysis tools, design or process improvements, and driving those issues to resolution in production. It may involve working with the full spectrum of powerhead components. The role would locate the individual within the Base Engine team who are working on new product, but who have the history with the development of our current products to consult with as needed.

Essential Functions

• Investigate issues and determine best path of resolution from multiple ideas. Estimate costs and benefits and execute validation plans for implementation of improvements.
• Work with cross functional teams by embracing collaboration and interaction.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation through strategic decision making and comprehensive risk assessment.
• Lead detailed planning, mechanical design, analysis, and production release activities to meet challenging requirements.
• Challenge legacy solutions and introduce innovative, manufacturable designs.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications

• BSME with 10 yrs experience in engine design or engine related field to exhibit deep, technical, powerhead component or powerhead system-level expertise.
• Experience using DFSS problem solving tools and track record of generating and implementing viable creative solutions to complex challenges.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including casting, forging, machining, heat treatment, grinding, balancing, and assembly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with a wide range of powerhead component development/design and their manufacture.
• Strong communication and investigative skills using DFSS problem solving tools.
• Experience with component-level and product-level validation testing.

The anticipated pay range for this position is 103,200 – 144,000 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

Why Brunswick

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Mercury

Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Mercury Marine® is the world’s leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines. A division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury provides engines, boats, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications. Mercury empowers boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world. The company’s industry‑leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines, Mercury MerCruiser® sterndrive and inboard packages, Mercury propellers, Mercury inflatable boats, Mercury SmartCraft® electronics, Land 'N' Sea marine parts distribution and Mercury and Quicksilver® parts and oils. More information is available at MercuryMarine.com.

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