Electrical Engineer - Hatteras Yachts

Bass Pro Shops; New Bern (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops, through its White River Marine Group, seeks an Electrical Engineer to support electrical and air conditioning systems on 45+ foot sport fishing yachts. You will design, assess loads, and document systems while collaborating with engineers and suppliers to implement updates.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and about 3 years in yacht building, with CAD tools like MicroStation/Creo and RCA skills. On-site position with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 3 years of experience in boat or yacht building preferred.
• CAD literate with MicroStation and Creo; strong RCA skills.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical, refrigeration, and air conditioning systems on yachts.
• Perform electrical load assessment and assist in system documentation.
• Collaborate with other engineers on system design and documentation.
• Interface with suppliers for new products and updated systems.
• Ensure electrical systems conform to ABYC safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical systems design

Root Cause Analysis

Team collaboration

Electrical design concepts

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

MicroStation

Creo

Microsoft Suite

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for all Electrical and Air Conditioning related systems

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support of all manufacturing related to the electrical, refrigeration, and air condition related systems of 45+ foot sport fishing yachts both in new designs and current construction -25%
• Work with a team of 2 or more electrical engineers in the design of systems and documentation, including electrical load assessment and use of AC and DC current systems -25 %
• Collaboration with other engineering discipline members regarding the electrical and air condition systems. -20%
• Interaction without outside electrical and air conditioning suppliers, defining, quoting and implementation of new products and updated systems. -15 %
• Assure the conformance of the electrical systems by following identified professional standards and ABYC in safety (including ground fault and galvanic standards). -15 %
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Preferred Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience: 3 years of experience in boat or yacht building

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

Microsoft Suite CAD literate: MicroStation and Creo

Experienced trouble‑shooting electrical systems and Root Cause Analysis

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

N/A

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly performs computer work and sits. Occasionally walks and stands. Seldom/never lifts up to 50lbs.

Full Time Benefits Summary:

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k
• Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].

White River Marine Group

About Bass Pro Shops Bass Pro Shops is North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company. Founded in 1972 when avid young angler Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today the company provides customers with unmatched offerings spanning premier destination retail, outdoor equipment manufacturing, world-class resort destinations and more. In 2017 Bass Pro Shops joined forces with Cabela’s to create a “best‑of‑the‑best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations and outstanding customer service. Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, offering an unsurpassed collection of industry‑leading boat brands, and Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. Under the visionary conservation leadership of Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is a national leader in protecting habitat and introducing families to the outdoors and has been named by Forbes as “one of America’s Best Employers.”