Mechanical Engineer

Bass Cat and Yar-Craft Boats; Midway (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bass Cat & Yar-Craft Boats is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and testing of mechanical and electromechanical products. The role covers full lifecycle development from concept through production, including planning, analysis, and optimization.

You will work with a hands-on team on engines, systems, and tooling, perform experiments, analyze data, and ensure designs meet safety and reliability requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven working experience in mechanical engineering.
• Experience with PLM, FEA, CFD.
• Hands-on with CAM/CAE and CAD tools.
• Strong CAD/CAM knowledge and drafting skills.
• Proficiency in engineering analysis tools (e.g., ANSYS).
• Good mathematical computing with MATLAB or Excel.
• Solid understanding of mechanics, thermodynamics, and materials science.
• Effective communication of technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems by applying principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics and heat transfer.
• Design and test methods to confirm system and product capabilities.
• Develop products by studying customer requirements and testing manufacturing methods.
• Design and modify equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components.
• Ensure quality by designing testing methods and validating fabrication processes.
• Prepare product reports and analysis of trends.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

FEA

CFD

CAM

CAE

CAD

ANSYS

MATLAB

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ProE/Creo

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Job description

Job Purpose

As Mechanical Engineer, the job duties include, but are not limited to, designing mechanical and electromechanical products and systems by developing and testing specifications and methods, performing engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment, overseeing installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of such equipment, performing full lifecycle product development, designing systems and components that meet needs and requirements, and conducting experiments methodically, analyzing data and interpreting results.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Evaluate mechanical and electromechanical systems and products by designing and conducting research programs, applying principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, and materials.
• Confirm system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods, testing properties.
• Develop mechanical and electromechanical products by studying customer requirements; research and test manufacturing and assembly methods and materials; solicit observations from operators.
• Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components.
• Assure system and product quality by designing testing methods; test finished- product and system capabilities; confirm fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
• Prepares product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provide engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; request special services.
• Maintain system and product database by writing computer programs and entering data.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; review professional publications; establish personal networks; participate in professional societies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Assess project requirements.
• Measure the performance of mechanical components, devices, and engines.
• Approve budgets, costs, timelines, and specifications on new and existing products with clients and product development team.
• Maintain and modify equipment to ensure that it is safe, reliable, and efficient.
• Use computer-aided design/modelling software.
• Liaise with suppliers.
• Undertake relevant research.
• Produce and implement designs and test procedures.
• Present designs to managers and clients.
• Test, evaluate, modify and re-test products.
• Provide technical advice.
• Analyze and interpret data.
• Perform a full lifecycle product development (design, develop, test prototypes, manufacture and implement).
• Design systems and components that meet needs and requirements.
• Produce outline designs.
• Test and evaluate theoretical designs.
• Identify, formulate, and produce effective solutions to emerging problems.
• Evaluate final product’s overall performance, reliability, and safety.
• Alter and modify design to meet requirements and to eliminate malfunctions.
• Estimate budget and scope of project.
• Solicit observations from operators.Prepare product reports and documentation.
• Engage in lifelong learning and develop new theories or methods.
• Manage and work with a small team of toolers for the creation of new products.
• Work on issues of flow and manufacturing on the production floor.
• Keep in compliance with the air permitting of the facility.
• Responsible for all other tasks/duties as assigned or necessary to successfully meet the goals and mission of the organization.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Proven working experience in mechanical engineering.
• Working experience with product lifecycle management (PLM), finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
• Hands-on experience with computer-aided engineering (CAM) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAE).
• Familiarity with 2D or 3D engineering design and manufacturing tools (e.g., AutoCAD, ProE or other).
• Adequate knowledge of engineering analysis tools (ANSYS, ProMechanica or similar).
• Mathematical computing and analysis tools knowledge (Matlab, Excel, LabView etc).
• Solid understanding of core concepts including mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, materials science etc.
• Creativity and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner.
• Technical writing skills.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Strong knowledge of CAD/CAM software and drafting procedures.
• Excellent prioritization and project development skills.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and data entry
• Occasional standing, walking, and reaching
• Ability to lift up to 10-15 pounds, if applicable
• Visual acuity to view screens and read documents

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Bass Cat & Yar-Craft Boats is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Bass Cat & Yar-Craft Boats is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a position, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Bass Cat & Yar-Craft Boats engages in an interactive process with applicants and employees to identify reasonable accommodations.