Engineering Manager - FEA Lead

Mercury Marine; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 103,200 - 164,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Product discounts

Job summary

Mercury Marine in Fond du Lac is looking for an Engineering Manager – Finite Element Analysis (FEA Lead). The role involves leading a team of analysis engineers to support marine engine design and development. Candidates should have a blend of leadership abilities and FEA expertise, alongside skills to elevate engineering analysis across the organization.

With a focus on technical and team leadership, this position offers a compensation range of $103,200 – $164,500 annually depending on experience, along with benefits including medical, paid vacation, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Computer Aided Engineering (CAE).
• 3+ years of experience leading a group of engineers performing FEA.
• Strong fundamental understanding of statics, dynamics, and mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and team leadership with hands-on analysis.
• Serve as technical expert in FEA and CAE.
• Mentor junior analysts and balance group workload.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Computer Aided Engineering (CAE)

Leadership

Mechanical Engineering

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Abaqus

Ansys

MSC Adams

Job description

Position Overview

As an Engineering Manager – Finite Element Analysis (FEA Lead) you will lead a high‑performing team of analysis engineers supporting the design and development of conventional marine internal combustion engines, drive systems, electrified propulsion and vessels. The ideal candidate must bring a blend of deep FEA expertise, strong people‑leadership skills, and a passion for elevating engineering analysis capabilities across the organization.

Essential Functions

• Provide both technical leadership and team leadership with active execution, requiring ~60% of time performing hands‑on analysis and ~40% on team leadership/management.
• Serve as primary technical expert in FEA and CAE, guiding complex simulations involving non‑linear material behavior, fatigue, dynamics, impact and multi‑physics interactions; develop and validate advanced analysis methodologies that support engine, drive system, and structural component development.
• Mentor junior, mid‑level and senior analysts, providing coaching on modeling approaches, simulation setup, scripting, correlation techniques, and interpretation of results.
• Manage and balance the workload for a group of 4–6 analysts, ensuring high‑quality deliverables and on‑time execution.
• Coordinate work packages between onsite and offshore teams, inclusive of managing project timelines, ensuring clear communication and maintaining high standards of quality and consistency in deliverables.
• Collaborate with design, test and manufacturing teams to support design decisions, DFMEA inputs and program milestones.
• Work closely with design and development engineers to provide design input and perform trade‑off studies that improve the product, evaluating different design options and assessing their impact on performance, weight, cost, and recommending the best solutions.
• Document analysis findings and share results with stakeholders, engineering partners and leaders through detailed reports and presentations, providing actionable recommendations.
• Identify potential areas for new method development and work with experts to test and deploy them.
• Continuously seek opportunities for improving analysis processes, tools and methodologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in Computer Aided Engineering (CAE).
• 3+ years of experience leading a group of engineers performing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using Abaqus, Ansys or similar commercial software.
• Strong fundamental understanding of statics, dynamics, engineering mechanics and materials.
• Exposure to numerical methods and engineering analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis in solid mechanics, vibrations, dynamics, finite element method, mechanics of materials, fatigue theory, IC engines and e‑Machines.
• Experience in FEA using Abaqus, Dynamic FEA (modal analysis & forced response), Explicit Dynamic FEA (impact), Multi‑Body Dynamics Analysis using MSC Adams, Non‑linear stress analysis, FEA‑based fatigue analysis, mesh generation and model set‑up.
• Usage of High‑Performance Computing (HPC) cluster with Linux OS and Slurm scheduler.
• Working knowledge of conventional engines and marine propulsion systems.
• Knowledge of test instrumentation (strain gauges, accelerometers, thermocouples, pressure transducers, flow meters, etc.).

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated pay range for this position is $103,200 – $164,500 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job‑related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus program. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick’s comprehensive benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401(k) (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts and additional benefits.

EEO Statement

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. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] for support. For more information about EEO laws, click here (https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify). Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process.

Contact Information

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