Mechanical Engineer II - Sport Boat

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Fertility Benefits

37.5 hour work-week

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Wellness Program

Short-Term Disability Coverage

Long-Term Disability

Student Debt Repayment Benefits

Ability to borrow Yamaha product

Job summary

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA in Kennesaw, GA invites a Mechanical Engineer II to join our Marine team. You will support Watercraft Engineering, develop new projects from concept to production, and help with early development of Yamaha Sport Boat products.

The role emphasizes design, documentation, prototyping, and supplier coordination, with travel to Japan and test sites. Strong hands-on fabrication and 3D modeling skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• 5-7 years' experience designing consumer or industrial products at mid to high level volumes.
• Experience in designing consumer products for the marine industry preferred.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.
• 3D modeling experience required; NX preferred; FEA & Surfacing experience is a plus.
• Fiberglass experience is a plus.
• Strong hands-on shop and fabrication skills preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
• Willingness to travel to factory, suppliers and test sites.

Responsibilities

• Design, development, documentation, and transfer of new products to factory engineering.
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, and Bills of Materials.
• Provide design information to suppliers to develop components and systems.
• Oversee fabrication of prototypes and pre-production components for testing.
• Coordinate laboratory and on-water testing; analyze results for changes.
• Manage product development to meet schedule and budget; communicate with teams.
• Provide technical support for suppliers and factories.

Skills

3D modeling

Leadership

Machining & fabrication

Prototyping

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

FEA

Surfacing

Job description

Yamaha has an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer II to join our Marine team in Kennesaw, GA. This position supports Watercraft Engineering staff and develops new projects per the concept request of the Sport Boat Product Management team. Assists in the design and development of Yamaha Sport Boat. This position will encompass the design, development, documentation, and release of new products to production focusing on early development.

What You'll Be Doing

• Responsible for design, development, documentation, and transfer of new products to factory engineering team including the creation of 3D models, 2D drawings, Bills of Materials.
• Provide suppliers with necessary design information to develop components/systems as needed. Ensure production of quality products per industry compliance and Yamaha standards (YGK, WTS and WVDG).
• Oversee the fabrication of prototypes and pre-production components for testing and evaluation.
• Coordinate & plan necessary laboratory and on-water testing applicable to the platform being developed. Analyze, interpret, and summarize testing results to determine design or specification changes.
• Manage product development processes to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Utilize Yamaha development process and maintain communication with other business functions.
• Technical support for suppliers and factories.
• Performs other duties as required.

What You Need To Be Successful

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• 5-7 years' experience designing consumer or industrial products at mid to high level volumes.
• Experience in designing consumer products for the marine industry preferred.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.
• Travel required to Japan, suppliers and test sites.
• Experience in: Machining, Casting, & Injection Molded parts preferred.
• Experience in: Plumbing, Electrical, Actuating systems preferred.
• 3D modeling experience required. NX preferred, FEA & Surfacing experience is a plus.
• Fiberglass experience is a plus.
• Strong hands-on shop and fabrication skills preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
• Must be able to travel to factory, suppliers and various testing/research locations.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms, as such we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

What's In It For You

• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Fertility Benefits
• 37.5 hour work-week
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles)
• Long-Term Disability
• Student Debt Repayment Benefits
• Ability to borrow Yamaha product

Reports to: Department Manager

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.