Marine Electrical Systems Expert

Job Title: Marine Electrical Systems Expert

Employment Type: Full-Time 

Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Yacht Assembly Manager

Location: Orlando, Florida 

 

Why Regal? 

For over five decades, Regal Boats has been a beacon of excellence in the boating industry. As a family-owned and operated company since 1969, we take immense pride in our tradition of craftsmanship and quality. With a dedicated team of 600+ skilled members, we have continued to innovate and build stunning 20-50 foot boats that embody the essence of luxury and performance.

What sets Regal Boats apart is our status as a privately owned company, allowing us to stay true to our values and focus on our team members. We believe in the power of nurturing our team, fostering a culture of growth, and offering advancement opportunities. At Regal Boats, your passion for boating and dedication will be rewarded with a fulfilling and dynamic career journey.

 

Our Purpose: Honor God & Enrich Lives.

Our Mission: With God’s help we will develop an exceptional team dedicated to enriching lives and providing an awesome boating experience. 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Summary 

Regal Boats is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Marine Electrical Expert to serve as the company's technical authority on vessel electrical systems. This role is responsible for overseeing the installation, testing, diagnostics, validation, and continuous improvement of electrical and electronic systems across multiple boat models. The ideal candidate possesses extensive knowledge of marine DC and AC electrical systems, networked electronics, digital switching, power management, and advanced troubleshooting techniques.

This individual will work closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, and suppliers to ensure all electrical systems meet Regal's standards for safety, reliability, performance, and customer satisfaction while mentoring technicians and driving continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing process.

 

Key Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Serve as Regal's subject matter expert for all marine electrical and electronic systems throughout production.
2. Lead advanced diagnostics, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation for complex electrical and electronic issues.
3. Perform system-level testing, commissioning, calibration, and validation of DC, AC, and networked vessel systems.
4. Verify proper installation and functionality of batteries, charging systems, shore power systems, inverters, generators, distribution panels, digital switching systems, and electronic controls.
5. Troubleshoot CAN bus, NMEA 2000, Ethernet, and proprietary vessel communication networks.
6. Support installation, integration, and validation of Garmin electronics, digital switching systems, joystick controls, gyro stabilizers, HVAC systems, audio systems, and other electronically controlled equipment.
7. Review wiring schematics, harness drawings, electrical layouts, and system designs to ensure manufacturability, serviceability, and compliance.
8. Partner with Engineering to identify and resolve design-related electrical issues.
9. Collaborate with suppliers and technical representatives to investigate and resolve product performance concerns.
10. Mentor and train electrical technicians on best practices, troubleshooting techniques, and quality standards.
11. Develop and improve testing procedures, quality checks, and diagnostic processes.
12. Maintain calibration and proper use of electrical testing equipment and diagnostic tools.
13. Support prototype builds, sea trials, product launches, and field issue investigations.
14. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on electrical system reliability, quality, and customer experience.
15. Ensure compliance with ABYC, NMMA, USCG, and applicable electrical safety standards.

Required Qualifications

1. 5+ years of experience in marine electrical installation, diagnostics, commissioning, or manufacturing.
2. Expert knowledge of marine DC and AC electrical systems.
3. Extensive experience with marine electronics, power distribution systems, charging systems, and digital switching technologies.<