Boat Design Engineer — Rhino & Rendering Pro

ADP, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Dougherty Manufacturing in Edgewater, FL, is seeking a Boat Design Engineer to lead hull, deck, and interior modeling from concept through production-ready detail. You will use Rhino to create accurate 3D models and renderings, supporting engineering, manufacturing, and marketing with strong design intent and material knowledge.

The role requires hands-on marine design experience, a solid background in fiberglass/composites, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in naval architecture, marine engineering, industrial design, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• Experience designing recreational or commercial boats (center consoles, powerboats, or similar).
• Strong proficiency in Rhino (Rhinoceros 3D) for hull and interior modeling.
• Rendering skills using KeyShot, V-Ray, or similar software.
• Understanding of fiberglass/composite construction methods and ABYC/USCG standards.

Responsibilities

• Create, refine, and maintain 3D models of hulls, decks, and structures using Rhino.
• Produce photorealistic renderings for design reviews and marketing materials.
• Design boat interiors, helm stations, and outfitting components balancing ergonomics and brand aesthetics.
• Engineer fiberglass/composite components with attention to lamination, core materials, and manufacturability.
• Develop and maintain technical drawings, specifications, and BOMs for tooling and production.
• Collaborate with production and marketing to ensure designs are manufacturable and market-ready.

Skills

Rhino

Rendering

Marine hull design

Fiberglass/composites

Product visualization

Education

Naval Architecture / Marine Eng (or related)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Dougherty Manufacturing in Edgewater, FL, is seeking a Boat Design Engineer to lead hull, deck, and interior modeling from concept through production-ready detail. You will use Rhino to create accurate 3D models and renderings, supporting engineering, manufacturing, and marketing with strong design intent and material knowledge.

The role requires hands-on marine design experience, a solid background in fiberglass/composites, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure