Product Engineer

Evotti Marine; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance (company paid)

PTO (Paid Time Off)

401(k)

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Evotti Marine in Elkhart, Indiana, is seeking a Product Engineer to develop and manage a broad range of marine products from concept through production. This role blends hands-on engineering, material expertise, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-quality, manufacturable components.

You will work with internal teams and suppliers to ensure clear communication, accurate documentation, and successful project execution across fiberglass, rotomolded, and soft goods assemblies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background in prototyping, testing, or hands‑on product validation.
• Proficiency with CAD software and engineering drawing standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee fiberglass component design, development, and prototyping to ensure performance, manufacturability, and quality.
• Manage and execute the development of furniture-related products, including Rotomolded components, Fiberglass components, and soft goods such as upholstered and sewn parts.
• Design, develop, and validate complex mechanisms and functional systems for furniture, consoles, and related assemblies.
• Collaborate with internal customers, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams to maintain alignment, clarity, and strong project execution.
• Create, read, interpret, and manipulate engineering drawings, CAD models, and related documentation.

Skills

Verbal communication

MS Office

Prototyping

Hands-on engineering

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Engineering drawings

Job description

The Product Engineer is responsible for developing and managing a broad range of marine products and components from concept through production. This role combines hands‑on engineering, material expertise, and cross‑functional collaboration to ensure high-quality, manufacturable, and high-performing components. The Product Engineer works closely with internal teams and suppliers to deliver clear communication, accurate documentation, and successful project execution.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and oversee fiberglass component design, development, and prototyping to ensure performance, manufacturability, and quality.
• Manage and execute the development of furniture-related products, including Rotomolded components, Fiberglass components, and soft goods such as upholstered and sewn parts.
• Design, develop, and validate complex mechanisms and functional systems for furniture, consoles, and related assemblies.
• Collaborate with internal customers, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams to maintain alignment, clarity, and strong project execution.
• Create, read, interpret, and manipulate engineering drawings, CAD models, and related documentation.
• Track and manage personal project schedules, timelines, and deliverables.
• Participate in hands‑on prototyping, testing, assembly, and troubleshooting through all phases of product development.

Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time to support the evolving needs of the business.

• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Hands‑on engineering mindset with comfort in prototyping, assembly, and product evaluation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with both internal teams and external suppliers.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and create engineering drawings, CAD data, and technical documentation.

Required education and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background in prototyping, testing, or hands‑on product validation.
• Proficiency with CAD software and engineering drawing standards.

Preferred education and experience:

• Experience in the marine, automotive, or recreational vehicle industry.
• Experience working with fiberglass, rotomolding, soft goods, or mechanical assemblies preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position does not currently supervise direct reports but works closely with cross‑functional teams, suppliers, and shop floor personnel.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, lift, or move materials during prototyping and assembly activities.
• Must be able to use hands to operate tools, equipment, or computer systems.
• Occasional lifting up to 30–40 lbs.
• Ability to work in a standard manufacturing environment with exposure to seasonal weather year‑round.
• Office, shop floor, and prototype lab environments.
• Exposure to standard manufacturing conditions such as noise, fiberglass dust, or materials handling as needed.
• Regular interaction with engineering, production, suppliers, and testing areas.
• Work is performed inside or outside year‑round. There is exposure to dirt, dust, noise, equipment, vibrations, and seasonal weather conditions.
• All necessary PPE will be provided.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel to suppliers, testing facilities, or partner sites may be required.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:

Evotti Marine is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or parental status. We firmly believe that our work is at its best when everyone feels free to be their most authentic self.

FLSA Classification:

• Salary – Exempt

Salary Grade/Level:

• Based on experience

Shift/Schedule:

• Standard operating hours
• Additional hours or schedule adjustments may be required during project deadlines
• Dental / Health / Vision / Company paid Life insurance
• PTO / Vacation
• 401(k)
• Opportunities for advancement

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability as well as the shifting needs of the company.