Engineer III - Mechatronics

Brunswick Corporation; Fond du Lac (WI, IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunswick Corporation is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer in Fond du Lac, WI to develop advanced actuator solutions for marine drive applications. You will bridge mechanical and electrical disciplines, lead test activities, and drive integration of emerging technologies across products.

Candidate should have 3–5 years in product development, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong knowledge of control systems, sensors, power electronics, and DFMEA practices.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a product development role
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, robotics engineering or closely related field
• Strong working knowledge of control systems, sensors, power electronics, brushed and brushless motors
• Data acquisition and test design
• Strong technical background and good communication skills
• Experience leading or participating in DFMEA-based design methods
• Experience interacting with procurement and quality teams throughout the product development cycle

Responsibilities

• Develop actuator solutions for marine drive applications from hydraulic to electromechanical designs
• Participate in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary design and lab environment
• Bridge electrical and mechanical core competencies in product development
• Maintain Brunswick’s actuator portfolio while incorporating emerging technology
• Use systems engineering to create cohesive actuator designs for future products
• Guide technicians with test execution from start to finish
• Contribute to DFMEA activities and quality improvement projects
• Collaborate with data-based engineering community at Brunswick

Skills

Control systems

Sensors

Power electronics

DFMEA

Data acquisition

Communication skills

Procurement & quality liaison

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscope

Job description

Are you ready for what’s next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

The successful Mechatronics Engineer will

• Develop actuator solutions for marine drive applications ranging from basic hydraulic to full electromechanical components
• Participate in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary design and lab environment
• Bridge the gap between Electrical and Mechanical core competencies
• Help maintain Brunswick’s current actuator portfolio while incorporating emerging technology into new designs

Key responsibilities

• Utilize a systems engineering approach to create cohesive designs for future actuators that incorporate VOC
• Develop/guide technicians with test execution from start to completion in a detailed fashion
• Become a resource for mechanical and electrical troubleshooting with existing and new actuator products
• Utilize and contribute to the data-based engineering community at Brunswick
• Participate in DFMEA activities for existing product improvement opportunities or new actuator products
• Participate in quality improvement projects

Required Experience/Skills

• 3-5 years of experience in a product development related role
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, robotics engineering or closely related field
• Strong working knowledge of control systems, sensors, power electronics, brushed and brushless motors
• Data Acquisition and test design
• Strong technical background and great communication skills
• Experience leading or participating in DFMEA based design methods
• Experience interacting with procurement and quality teams throughout the product development cycle

Preferred Experience/Skills

• 3-5 years of experience with Electrohydraulic or Electromechanical actuators or Hydraulic Circuits
• Experience with seal and wear component design or manufacturing
• Experience operating a multi-function oscilloscope
• Interest in the marine environment
• Interest in quality improvement

Next is Now!

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.