Marine Lamination Engineer — Hull, Gelcoat & Molds

yamahaexternalcareersite; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Skeeter Products, Inc. is seeking an engineer responsible for lamination, gelcoat, flotation foam, and mold maintenance to support the design and production of high-performance bass boats. The role emphasizes hands-on work on the shop floor, process control, and collaboration with CI Technicians.

The engineer will create schedules, evaluate materials, and help implement cost-effective manufacturing methods while ensuring quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associates degree in Engineering or related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use basic measuring tools on projects.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with effective prioritization.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter capable of working in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop lamination schedules for new and existing products.
• Create and maintain lamination cut sheets, stroke targets, and part weight targets.
• Know gelcoat properties, application, and equipment.
• Know flotation foam properties, application, and equipment.
• Know structural adhesives properties, application, and equipment.
• Develop, modify, and review process control details for new products or changes.
• Provide training and guidance to CI Techs on processes.
• Review Standard Work Instructions and ensure BOM accuracy.
• Support start-ups by planning equipment and fixture needs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on

Multitasking

Communication

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Engineering

Job description

Skeeter Products, Inc. is seeking an engineer responsible for lamination, gelcoat, flotation foam, and mold maintenance to support the design and production of high-performance bass boats. The role emphasizes hands-on work on the shop floor, process control, and collaboration with CI Technicians.

The engineer will create schedules, evaluate materials, and help implement cost-effective manufacturing methods while ensuring quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.