Senior Structural Engineer - Brunswick Boat Group Technology Center

Brunswick; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

401k with match

Health Savings Account with company</n

Well-being program

Product purchase discounts

Job summary

Brunswick Boat Group Technology Center is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead composite and metallic structural designs for Brunswick Boat Group products, including Boston Whaler, Sea Ray, and Navan. You will apply both analytical and experimental methods for design validation of structures, fastenings, and mechanisms.

The role requires strong FEA experience, mentoring capabilities, and collaboration across design, manufacturing, testing, and suppliers. Travel about 5% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher in mechanical/naval/m marine engineering; master’s preferred.
• Extensive experience in structural analysis of composites and metals.
• Proficiency with FEA tools and robust understanding of manufacturing constraints.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis and design activities for boat structures using FEA and CAE tools.
• Develop robust structural solutions to optimize weight, cost, and performance.
• Design and evaluate composite laminate schedules for structural members and molded components.
• Ensure designs are validated through analyses, testing, and correlation methods.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor engineers in structural disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with NMMA, ABYC, ISO and other standards.

Skills

Structural analysis

FEA

Composite structures

Metallic structures

Mentoring

Cross-functional teams

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Significant experience may substitute education

Tools

Altair HyperMesh

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

Creo

Simcenter Testlab

Job description

Are you ready for what’s next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality.

Position Overview

As part of the talented Brunswick Boat Group Technology Center team, the senior structural engineer position is responsible for leading the composite and structural system designs for the Brunswick Boat Group Technical Center (BBGTC) and will play a key role in new product development of Boston Whaler, Sea Ray, and Navan product lines. A successful candidate for this position will be familiar with both analytical and experimental methods for design and validation of composites, metallic structures, fastenings, and mechanisms. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions

• Lead structural analysis and design activities using FEA and other CAE tools across boat structures, including composites, metallic structures, and fastenings
• Develop robust structural solutions that optimize material usage to achieve weight, cost, and performance targets
• Design and evaluate composite laminate schedules for structural members and molded components using open- and closed molding processes
• Ensure all designs are fully validated through appropriate analysis, testing, and correlation methods
• Collaborate with cross functional teams including design, manufacturing, testing, suppliers, and program management
• Mentor and coach engineering team members in areas of structural analysis, composites, and best practices
• Ensure compliance with applicable NMMA, ABYC, ISO, and other domestic and international regulatory requirements
• Review, generate, and approve engineering change notices (ECNs) as required
• Apply Voice of the Customer and systems engineering inputs to design solutions
• Author and review technical reports, analyses, and design documentation
• Stay current with emerging design, analysis, and experimental methodologies through research and internal collaboration
• Support prototype builds, testing activities, and occasional on site evaluations
• Occasional travel required (approximately 5%)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or related discipline
• Master’s Degree preferred
• Consideration will be given for candidates with significant work experience in lieu of education requirements

Experience and Skills Required

• Extensive experience in structural analysis and design, particularly with composite and metallic structures
• Proficiency with Finite Element Analysis tools (Altair HyperMesh preferred or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production constraints
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and provide technical direction within cross‑functional teams
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred

• Marine industry experience and knowledge of boat construction methods
• Experience with fiberglass composite manufacturing processes including infusion and RTM
• Familiarity with Siemens NX, SolidWorks, and/or Creo (Pro/E)
• Experience with data acquisition and test systems (e.g., Simcenter Testlab, Dewesoft, Somat eDAQ)
• Knowledge of NMMA, ABYC, and ISO standards
• Prior mentoring or technical leadership experience
• Design for Six Sigma certification or experience
• Boating experience and passion for the marine industry

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The hiring range for this position is $84,500 - $123,900.

The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

Benefits

• annual discretionary bonus
• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid vacation
• 401k (up to 4% match)
• Health Savings Account (with company contribution)
• well-being program
• product purchase discounts

Details about our benefits can be found here.

Why Brunswick

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Brunswick Boat Group

Brunswick Boat Group is home to a diverse portfolio of iconic marine brands, including Bayliner, Boston Whaler, Crestliner, Harris, Heyday, Lowe, Lund, Navan, Princecraft, Protector, Quicksilver, Rayglass, Sea Ray, Spartan, Thunder Jet, and Uttern. Each brand carries a legacy of innovation, craftsmanship, and performance that has shaped the boating industry worldwide.

Next is Now!

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

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Brunswick Corporation

Brunswick is a global leader in marine recreation, delivering innovation that transforms experiences on the water and beyond. Our unique, technology-driven solutions are informed and inspired by deep consumer insights and powered by our belief that “Next Never Rests™”. Brunswick is dedicated to industry leadership, to being the best and most trusted partner to our many customers, and to building synergies and ecosystems that enable us to challenge convention and define the future. Innovative, driven, exceptional, authentic and united, these values represent our Employee Value Proposition and are at the heart of how we work together and what differentiates us as an employer of choice.