Marine Engineering Technician

Freeman Boatworks; Moncks Corner (SC); In loco; USD 52.000 - 78.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Team environment

Descrizione del lavoro

Freeman Boatworks in Moncks Corner, SC is seeking an Engineering Technician to bridge the gap between design and production on high-performance offshore catamarans. This hands-on role combines installation, testing, and troubleshooting on the shop floor and during sea trials to ensure quality and reliability.

You will collaborate with engineers to implement design changes, collect data, and document results for ECNs and SOPs.

Competenze

• 3+ years hands-on marine technician work or related field.
• Experience operating, maneuvering, and trailering multi-engine center console boats offshore.
• Proficient in marine mechanical systems, outboard engine setup, hydraulics, fuel systems, and electrical diagnostics (NMEA 2000, ABYC).
• Fabrication experience with fiberglass/composites, marine hardware installation, power tools, and shop equipment.
• Ability to translate technical concepts to shop technicians and communicate floor challenges to design engineers.
• Able to work on feet in a manufacturing shop, lift 50+ lbs, and work in outdoor marine environments.

Mansioni

• Assembly Line Liaison: main technical contact on the production floor to interpret drawings and implement design changes.
• Hands-On Marine Assembly & Repair: assemble, install, retrofit, and repair on high-performance catamarans during builds and production.
• Process Improvement & Troubleshooting: identify bottlenecks and defects; partner with engineers to develop shop-floor solutions.
• Testing & Data Collection: rig, test, and troubleshoot marine systems including engines, helm electronics, electrical systems, plumbing, and steering.
• Feedback & Documentation: document engineering feedback and test results to update ECNs and SOPs.

Conoscenze

Marine technician experience

Boat operation

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Fabrication & shop skills

Communication & problem-solving

Physical stamina

Strumenti

ABYC standards knowledge

NMEA installations

Yamaha outboard systems

Mercury outboard systems

Marine electronics (Garmin/SIMRAD/Furuno)

CAD 工作/ Wiring schematics

Descrizione del lavoro

Description

At Freeman Boatworks, we build high-performance offshore fishing catamarans designed to withstand the most demanding marine environments. We pride ourselves on exceptional craftsmanship, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled ride quality. As an Engineering Technician, you will play a critical role in bridging the gap between design and production, ensuring our boats are engineered for quality, reliability, and real-world performance.

Position Summary

The Engineering Technician serves as the vital link between the Engineering team and the shop floor assembly line. This is a hands-on role that combines physical production labor, mechanical troubleshooting, prototyping, and sea-trial testing. You will work primarily on the assembly floor installing, testing, and refining boat systems, as well as on the water conducting design validation and performance testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assembly Line Liaison: Serve as the primary technical point of contact on the production floor, helping shop technicians interpret engineering drawings, resolve assembly challenges, and implement design changes seamlessly into production
• Hands-On Marine Assembly & Repair: Perform hands-on assembly, mechanical/electrical installation, retrofits, and repairs on high-performance fiberglass catamarans during prototype build phases and standard production
• Process Improvement & Troubleshooting: Identify manufacturability issues, electrical/mechanical bottlenecks, and assembly defects. Partner with engineers to develop practical, scalable shop-floor solutions
• Testing & Data Collection: Rig, test, and troubleshoot marine systems—including outboard engines, helm electronics/navigation systems, 12V/24V DC and AC electrical systems, plumbing, livewells, and steering systems
• Feedback & Documentation: Document shop-floor engineering feedback, prototype deviations, and test results to update Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience in marine technician work, boat manufacturing, marine rigging, or marine service engineering
• Boat Operation: Strong experience operating, maneuvering, and trailering multi-engine center console boats or large vessels in offshore/coastal conditions
• Mechanical & Electrical Aptitude: Proficient in marine mechanical systems, outboard engine setup, marine hydraulics, fuel systems, and marine electrical wiring/diagnostics (NMEA 2000, ABYC standards)
• Fabrication & Shop Skills: Hands-on experience working with composite materials (fiberglass/resin), marine hardware installation, power tools, and shop equipment
• Communication & Problem-Solving: Ability to effectively communicate engineering concepts to shop technicians and communicate floor challenges back to design engineers
• Physical Demands: Ability to work on your feet in a manufacturing shop floor environment, lift up to 50+ lbs, bend/crawl into tight bilge/console compartments, and perform work in outdoor marine environments

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with ABYC standards and NMEA installations
• Experience with Yamaha and Mercury outboard systems and diagnostic tools
• Experience with Garmin, Simrad, and Furuno marine electronics systems
• Experience reading engineering CAD models, blue-prints, or wiring schematics
• Prior experience in high-end offshore center console or catamaran production

Why Join Freeman Boatworks?

• Competitive pay
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Additional voluntary benefit options
• A collaborative, team-focused work environment

Benefits, paid time off, and other offerings are subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

Please note: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.