Electrical CAD Designer

sportsmanboats; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sportsman Boats is seeking an Electrical Designer to move electrical systems from design to production on our center console boats.

You will install, test, and troubleshoot 12V DC and AC systems, collaborate with Engineering and Production, and help ensure documentation is current on the production floor.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2-5 years of electrical experience in manufacturing, marine, automotive, aerospace, or related industry.
• Strong 12V DC troubleshooting skills and experience using a multimeter.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Hands-on, problem-solving mindset and strong attention to detail.
• Curious, self-motivated, and comfortable in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Install and integrate electrical components, wiring harnesses, and connectors.
• Troubleshoot 12V DC electrical systems using multimeters and diagnostic tools.
• Test and validate electrical systems to ensure they work as designed.
• Support new product development and engineering changes on the production floor.
• Identify root causes and work with Engineering and Production to implement solutions.
• Read wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical drawings and help keep installation documentation up to date.
• Support CAN bus integration and diagnostics.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Attention to detail

Manufacturing experience

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Rhino

SolidWorks

Multimeter

Job description

Sportsman Boats is looking for a hands-on Electrical Designer to help bring our electrical systems from engineering design to the production floor. If you enjoy troubleshooting, solving problems, and working with your hands, this could be a great fit.

You'll work closely with Engineering and Production to install, test, troubleshoot, and validate 12V DC and AC electrical systems on our center console boats.

What You'll Do

• Install and integrate electrical components, wiring harnesses, and connectors.
• Troubleshoot 12V DC electrical systems using multimeters and diagnostic tools.
• Test and validate electrical systems to ensure they work as designed.
• Support new product development and engineering changes on the production floor.
• Identify root causes and work with Engineering and Production to implement solutions.
• Read wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical drawings and help keep installation documentation up to date.
• Support CAN bus integration and diagnostics.

What We're Looking For

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related field. Bachelors degree preferred.
• 2-5 years of electrical experience in manufacturing, marine, automotive, aerospace, or a related industry.
• Strong 12V DC troubleshooting skills and experience using a multimeter.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• A hands-on, problem-solving mindset and strong attention to detail.
• Someone who is curious, self-motivated, and comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.

Marine experience, CAN bus knowledge, wiring harness experience, experience with Rhino/Solidworks, and familiarity with Yamaha/Mercury systems is a plus!

Why Sportsman?

At Sportsman, you won't just design from behind a desk. You'll see your work come to life on the production floor and ultimately on the water.

We offer a Monday-Thursday schedule, competitive pay, opportunities for growth, and a team that values Accountability, Teamwork, Quality, and Innovation.

Schedule: Monday-Thursday | Start times between 5:00 AM-5:00 PM
Some evening/weekend work may be required based on production needs.

Sportsman Boats is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment substance abuse testing.