Boat Electrical Troubleshooting Lead

MBI; Lenoir City (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobalt Boats in Cobalt, TN is seeking an Electrical Troubleshooting Lead to diagnose, repair, and prevent electrical issues across boat models during assembly. This role acts as the primary electrical resource on the production floor, supporting daily operations and training line workers in safe, effective electrical practices.

You will collaborate with engineering to learn new models, contribute to troubleshooting guides, and ensure compliance with ABYC/NMMA standards while driving continuous

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Two-year vocational degree in electrical systems preferred.
• Boat operation experience preferred; experience with common hand tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical issues on boats in various stages of assembly.
• Perform root-cause analysis on recurring electrical faults and recommend corrective actions.
• Verify proper installation and function of wiring, electrical components, controls, lighting, sensors, and onboard systems.
• Utilize electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, digital multimeters, and diagnostic tools to ensure system integrity.
• Document all repairs, adjustments, and findings according to company procedures.
• Train assembly-line operators on proper electrical installation methods, safety practices, and new processes introduced with each model.
• Serve as the technical point of contact for line operators requiring assistance or clarification on electrical tasks.
• Create or contribute to job aids, troubleshooting guides, and training materials.
• Participate in training sessions with the engineering department for all new models, electrical systems, and updated components.
• Provide feedback to engineers on manufacturability, design issues, and opportunities for process improvements.
• Assist with prototype builds, pre-production testing, and validation of electrical systems.
• Ensure all electrical work meets company standards, industry regulations, and ABYC/NMMA requirements (if applicable).
• Conduct inspections at key assembly stages to prevent defects and ensure consistent quality.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to electrical assembly, reliability, and efficiency.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Training others

Education

High School diploma or GED

Two-year Vocational degree in electrical systems

Tools

Electrical schematics

Wiring diagrams

Digital multimeters

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Cobalt Boats in Cobalt, TN is seeking an Electrical Troubleshooting Lead to diagnose, repair, and prevent electrical issues across boat models during assembly. This role acts as the primary electrical resource on the production floor, supporting daily operations and training line workers in safe, effective electrical practices.

You will collaborate with engineering to learn new models, contribute to troubleshooting guides, and ensure compliance with ABYC/NMMA standards while driving continuous