Electrical & Systems Engineer

Tige Boats; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with company match

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Build the world’s best towboats

Job summary

Tigé Boats in Abilene, Texas is seeking an Electrical & Systems Engineer focused on product development for premium towboats. You’ll design electrical systems, create production-ready components in SolidWorks, and guide concepts from idea to production.

You’ll work with manufacturing and suppliers, test prototypes on water, ensure ABYC/USCG compliance, and push for reliability and manufacturability. Strong 12V/24V systems knowledge, SolidWorks expertise, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and engineering documentation.
• Working knowledge of 12V/24V DC electrical systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Self-motivated with a passion for designing exceptional products.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for premium watersports boats.
• Create innovative solutions improving performance, reliability, manufacturability, and customer experience.
• Design and release production-ready components using SolidWorks.
• Develop electrical systems including wiring harnesses, power distribution, lighting, pumps, sensors, actuators, and electronic controls.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and suppliers to bring new products from concept through production.
• Build, test, and validate prototypes while supporting on-water product testing.
• Troubleshoot production and field issues while implementing long-term engineering solutions.
• Ensure compliance with ABYC, USCG, and other applicable marine standards.
• Continuously improve existing products through engineering analysis and customer feedback.

Skills

SolidWorks

12V/24V DC systems

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in ME/EE/Mechatronics

Tools

CAN Bus

Embedded electronics

Job description

Electrical & Systems Engineer - Product Development

Tigé Boats | Abilene, Texas

Build the Future of Premium Watersports Boats

At Tigé Boats, we don't just build boats-we create industry-leading experiences on the water. Every Tigé is engineered for performance, innovation, and craftsmanship. We're looking for a talented Electrical & Systems Engineer who is passionate about product development and excited to help shape the next generation of premium towboats.

If you enjoy taking ideas from concept to production, solving complex engineering challenges, and working with a team committed to excellence, we'd love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop electrical systems for premium watersports boats.
• Create innovative solutions that improve performance, reliability, manufacturability, and customer experience.
• Design and release production-ready components using SolidWorks.
• Develop electrical systems including wiring harnesses, power distribution, lighting, pumps, sensors, actuators, and electronic controls.
• Work closely with manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and suppliers to bring new products from concept through production.
• Build, test, and validate prototypes while supporting on-water product testing.
• Troubleshoot production and field issues while implementing long-term engineering solutions.
• Ensure compliance with ABYC, USCG, and other applicable marine standards.
• Continuously improve existing products through engineering analysis and customer feedback.

What We’re Looking For - Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and engineering documentation.
• Working knowledge of 12V/24V DC electrical systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Self-motivated with a passion for designing exceptional products.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the marine, automotive, powersports, RV, or heavy equipment industries.
• Knowledge of CAN Bus, multiplex systems, embedded electronics, or marine electrical standards.
• Experience with prototype development, product validation, and testing.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• C/C++, Python, MATLAB/Simulink or similar experience plus

Why Tigé Boats?

At Tigé Boats, innovation is more than a goal-it's part of who we are. Our engineering team develops industry-leading technologies and premium products that set the standard in the watersports industry. You'll have the opportunity to see your ideas become reality, work alongside talented professionals, and make a direct impact on every boat that leaves our factory.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional development and career growth
• A collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment
• The opportunity to help build the world's best towboats