Marine Propulsion Engineer II: CFD/FEA Propeller Design

yamahaexternalcareersite; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Wellness Program

Short-Term Disability Coverage

Long-Term Disability

Student Debt Repayment Benefits

Product borrowing

Job summary

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to join our Marine team in Kennesaw, GA. The role focuses on the development of marine propellers and applying advanced analysis techniques to design and production.

You will analyze hydrodynamics, perform FEA/CFD, support cross-functional teams, and drive optimization using NX/CAx tools. Occasional travel to testing sites and Yamaha Motor Japan may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Marine Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience designing consumer or industrial products.
• Experience in marine industry product design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop marine propellers for outboard engines through hydrodynamics and structural analysis.
• Coordinate on-water testing from concept through production.
• Develop and implement advanced CAE processes for marine products.
• Perform FEA/CFD analyses to support cross-functional product development.
• Learn and apply established development processes and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

FEA/CFD

Cross-functional teams

Programming (MATLAB)

NX/CAx experience

Travel willingness

Education

B.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace/Marine Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

NX

CAESES

NX NASTRAN

STAR-CCM+

Job description

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II to join our Marine team in Kennesaw, GA. The role focuses on the development of marine propellers and applying advanced analysis techniques to design and production.

You will analyze hydrodynamics, perform FEA/CFD, support cross-functional teams, and drive optimization using NX/CAx tools. Occasional travel to testing sites and Yamaha Motor Japan may be required.