Electrical Systems Engineer

Summary Malibu is the world’s leading towboat manufacturer and now looking for an experienced Electrical Systems Engineer to join their Product Development Engineering team. This position will perform electrical engineering duties to support both New Product Engineering and Product Development in the continuous improvement of the Malibu product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage new product design and continuous improvement of in-boat electrical systems and operating systems.
• Develop software requirements for boat operating systems and HMI
• Confer with management, production, sales, and purchasing to determine engineering feasibility, cost effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing products.
• Develop and maintain technical drawings and specifications.
• Assume the lead engineering role on multiple assigned projects including operating systems, switches, sensors, CAN enabled devices and other powered systems.
• Responsible for the preparation and daily management of estimates, cost reports, and project schedules for multiple projects and suppliers
• Regularly identify opportunities for product and designs improvements to enhance the form, fit, and function of current and new designs.
• Establish validation standards, develop testing protocols, and document test results for electrical and supporting mechanical systems. Direct and coordinate supplier compliance with specifications.
• Use engineering and computer design software, specifically AutoCAD, NX, and SolidWorks.
• Ensure proper cross-departmental coordination and effective communication of all assigned projects.
• Develop and direct test scopes involving multiple supplier interactions and facilitate integrated test plans for in-boat field testing.
• Support Production and Customer Service teams with electrical troubleshooting.
• Other duties may be assigned.

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Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:  Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited University or Equivalent Level of Education plus Experience .

Experience: 5+ years of experience in Product Design, Electrical Systems Design, or Vehicle Operating Systems and Controls.

Language Skills: English required. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or technical procedures. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.

Mathematical Skills:                                                  

Will use mathematics to solve problems, up to the algebraic level.

Technical Qualifications:

Experience with AutoCAD required

Experience with 3D modeling software required

Experiences in 3D modeling with NX preferred

Experience in developing wiring harness schematics required

Experience with CAN Bus Systems preferred

Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite required

Knowledgeable in NMMA, SAE, NMEA, and IEEE standards preferred

Boating experience preferred

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employee Activity Profile:

1. Sits              4 hours
2. Stands         3 hours
3. Walks          2 hours
4. Drives         1 hours

Employee Lifts and/or Carries:

Maximum: 50 (lbs)                       Frequently: 25 (lbs)                            Occasionally: 50+ (lbs) (Two Person Lift)

Employee uses Hands for repetitive activities: 

1. Simple Grasping:     Right,   Frequent                   Left, Frequent
2. Pushing/Pulling:      Right,   Occasional                Left, Occasional
3. Fine Manipulation:  Right,   Frequent                    Left, Frequent

Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities: 

1. Right: Occasional                  Left: Occasional

Employee is required to perform these activities: 

1. Bending At Waist:                 Occasional
2. Squatting:                               Occasional
3. Climbing Ladders, Stairs:     Occasional
4. Kneeling On Ground:           Occasional
5. Reaching Above Shoulder:  Occasional

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (ie; heat/cold, dust/dampness, height; chemical; noise) PPE requirements are included. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Safety glasses required while in production areas.

Other PPE may be required based on specific projects.

Open to working in tight and confined areas.

Typical 8-10 hour work days, frequent overtime required.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Teamwork:  Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Motivation:  Measures self against standard of excellence.

Quality:  Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Attendance/Punctuality:  Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability:  Takes responsibility for own actions.