Remote Product Application Engineer — Marine Propulsion

Brunswick Corporation; North Fort Myers (FL); Remote; USD 87,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunswick Corporation, the parent of Mercury Marine, is seeking a Product Application Engineer to provide global technical support to delivery partners and customers. You will participate in new product development programs, develop engineering tools, and coordinate with marine manufacturers to solve propulsion system challenges.

The position is based in Central Florida with substantial travel to the Panhandle region.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering OR other Technical Marine Certification with equivalent work experience
• Knowledge of marine engines, engine systems and electronic controls
• Knowledge of System engineering Methods
• Knowledge of marine industry and basic vessel design
• Able and willing to perform in vessel testing, trouble shooting and repairs
• Proficient with computers & common software programs
• Exposed to and/or working knowledge of 6 Sigma problem solving tools
• Ability to participate in team-based work groups
• Ability to communicate well both written & orally
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills
• Strong negotiation and selling skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective when dealing with difficult or unexpected situations
• Basic Project Management Skills

Responsibilities

• New Product Development Programs and Launch
• Gather fact based, measurable VOC data & communicate to organization
• Communicate Mercury new product changes to boat OEMs via ACTION Presentations
• Assist boat builders with the integration of marine propulsion systems
• BOM's, Structural Reviews, Installation & Sea Trial Reviews, Vessel Personalities, Performance Optimization, Issue Resolution
• Current Product: Champion Resolution of Current Product Concerns
• Create clear and concise problem definitions
• Manage interim containment actions at the OEM
• Implement permanent corrective actions and prevention.
• Document issues in Mercury's CPR System
• Ensure OEM propulsion system installations meet Mercury Marine's installation requirements.
• Perform and document annual installation audits on current production boat models.
• Champion resolution of installation issues documented in audits.
• Support the integration of current products into new boat models.
• Support, facilitate propulsion system installation training of OEM installation technicians
• Create and manage vessel personalities
• Participate in product improvement projects, engine/boat integration projects and new technology advancements driven by customer needs.
• Support dealer meetings and customer events as required

Skills

Marine engineering knowledge

System engineering methods

Vessel testing & troubleshooting

Proficient with computers & software

Team-based work

Written & oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation & selling skills

Problem solving (6 Sigma)

Education

BS Engineering

MS Engineering

Marine Certification

Tools

CPR System

MS Office

Job description

Brunswick Corporation, the parent of Mercury Marine, is seeking a Product Application Engineer to provide global technical support to delivery partners and customers. You will participate in new product development programs, develop engineering tools, and coordinate with marine manufacturers to solve propulsion system challenges.

The position is based in Central Florida with substantial travel to the Panhandle region.