Project Engineer

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

Job summary

Bennington is seeking a Project Engineer in Elkhart, IN to drive mechanical and structural system design for its pontoon product lines. You will work hands-on across design, development, manufacturing and launch, using 3D CAD (SolidWorks) to deliver production-ready models and drawings.

Responsibilities include vendor relationships, cross-functional collaboration, prototyping, validation, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while meeting cost and weight targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Design, Product Design or related field desired, or equivalent qualification or a combination of job-related education.
• Marine or complete-product OEM experience is highly preferred over component-supplier-only experience.
• 3D CAD proficiency required; SolidWorks parts, assemblies, drawings, and revision capability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate mechanical, structural, and other product systems based on defined and derived requirements using 3D CAD
• Manage relationships with key material and component vendors
• Attend and visit trade shows or other sources to stay up to date on current trends in the furniture and marine industries
• Apply broad engineering experience across cross-functional product development, prototyping, validation, manufacturing, quality, and customer support
• Manage assigned work from requirements and concept through design release, validation, launch, and production support
• Work directly with industrial design to collect and understand the project design requirements
• Modify designs based on cost, weight and manufacturing targets and capabilities
• Support prototype builds and production implementation, including fabrication, assembly, installation, serviceability, and quality
• Create and maintain production-ready 3D CAD models, assemblies, and design details using SolidWorks
• Prepare and revise manufacturing drawings using GD&T for manufacturability and repeatability
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards

Skills

3D CAD proficiency

Time management

Multitasking

Written and verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bennington is the market leading pontoon boat manufacturer and a wholly owned subsidiary of Polaris Industries, a Fortune 500 company. We pride ourselves on delivering a boating experience that’s second to none through our emphasis on innovation, design, product quality, and relentless focus on customer satisfaction. Our team members live that passion every day and have fueled our growth across 6 buildings in Elkhart, IN.

The Project Engineer is a versatile, hands-on contributor with broad experience in product design, development, manufacturing, and launch. Strong 3D CAD skills are required to integrate multiple systems, balance design and manufacturing constraints, address compliance, and solve varied technical challenges across Bennington’s pontoon product lines in collaboration with cross-functional teams and suppliers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and integrate mechanical, structural, and other product systems based on defined and derived requirements using 3D CAD
• Manage relationships with key material and component vendors
• Attend and visit trade shows or other sources to stay up to date on current trends in the furniture and marine industries
• Apply broad engineering experience across cross-functional product development, prototyping, validation, manufacturing, quality, and customer support
• Manage assigned work from requirements and concept through design release, validation, launch, and production support
• Work directly with industrial design to collect and understand the project design requirements
• Modify designs based on cost, weight and manufacturing targets and capabilities
• Support prototype builds and production implementation, including fabrication, assembly, installation, serviceability, and quality
• Create and maintain production-ready 3D CAD models, assemblies, and design details using SolidWorks
• Prepare and revise manufacturing drawings using GD&T for manufacturability and repeatability
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards

Requirements

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Design, Product Design or related field desired, or equivalent qualification or a combination of job-related education
• Manufacturing experience preferred; marine or complete-product OEM experience is highly preferred over component-supplier-only experience
• Broad experience with product systems, design constraints, compliance, development processes, product lines, validation, launch, and production support preferred
• 3D CAD proficiency required; strong SolidWorks parts, assemblies, drawings, and revision capability preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent ability to multitask and change direction quickly with minimal disruption
• Excellent time management/organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills within team and cross-functionally
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines
• Strong ability to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to achieve goals, results-oriented and self-driven

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