Principal Engineer - Structural Systems

Position Overview

As a Principal Engineer on the Midsection Engineering team you will be responsible for the design, development, validation planning and execution, and production release of mechanical components on a marine outboard engine. This position requires well‑rounded knowledge of structural components and vibration isolation systems, with an emphasis on elastomeric mount components.

• Lead outboard isolation system development including elastomeric mount components.
• Write detailed component design specifications.
• Challenge existing design practices and develop innovative solutions.
• Design lightweight and cost‑effective components/systems using DFSS discipline.
• Design cost effective experiments to gather data needed for decision making and design approval.
• Draft and implement DVP for components with input from cross‑functional teams.
• Develop patentable ideas that lead to commercial success in the market.
• Maintain team communication and cooperation with engineers of mating and adjacent components.
• Lead or participate in cross‑function teams including Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality and Suppliers.
• Work with Design Analysis, Mechanical Development and Engine Testing groups to validate designs.

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8 or more years of product development experience, including all aspects of the product life cycle from concept development to production release and production support.
• Experience designing structural systems or components with inclusion of component or system level isolation.
• Strong understanding of FEA and fatigue analysis used in design development.
• Construct and execute comprehensive DVPs involving coordination of cross‑functional resources.
• Aptitude for mechanical designs and system conceptualization.

• Good design‑for‑manufacturing (DFM) skills; familiarity with all relevant manufacturing processes including casting, forging, machining, and plastic injection molding.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma tools and applications, including root cause failure analysis methods.
• Experience with the use of the FMEA process.
• Familiarity with CAD and structural analysis software packages – preferably Creo (CAD), Creo Mechanism (Multi‑Body Dynamics), and Creo Simulate (FEA).
• Experience with in Teamcenter engineering or similar PLM software/change release process.
• Ability to interpret data and independently analyze component failures and recommend component or system changes.
• Experience with marine drive systems or boating in general.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $100,900 – $160,800 annually. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus program. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the candidate’s qualifications and business context.

Eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive benefits offering, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts, and more.

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