Principal Engineer - Cowling

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Position Overview:

As a Principal Design Engineer on the Cowling Engineering team at Mercury Marine you will be responsible for leading the design, development, and validation of cowling and latching systems and related components on marine outboard engines.  

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions:

• Design and analyze Class A Cowl components, seals, panel to panel fit, and related components/systems

• Develop designs for Class A components and customer interaction points utilizing a multitude of manufacturing processes

• Lead concept and process exploration through competitive assessments, concept trade off studies, cross functional reviews, etc

• Work cross-functionally with Industrial Design to develop Class A parts and customer interaction points for outboard engines

• Identify, generate, and compare solutions while showcasing compromises (fit and finish, cost, mass, schedule, resources, manufacturability etc)

• Develop and execute FMEA's, DVP's, DFSS tools, facilitate failure analysis and corrective actions

• Ability to identify and present risk and technical issues in design for review

• Develop and contribute to test procedures and design standards to guide future project work

• Create and execute component test plans, write and execute test requests

• Collaborate with and provide direction to CAD designers and test technicians

• CAD (Creo) 3D model and drawing creation: Specify proper technical information and GD&T

• Develop Technical specifications and scopes of work for Purchased Components

• Analyze and present test data and results to inform decision making and design direction

• Provide support for Current Product Engineering and Manufacturing to resolve and implement solutions to technical problems

• Lead cross-functional teams including procurement, quality, and external suppliers

• Maintain high level of engineering excellence (creativity, drawings, craftsmanship, usability, functionality, etc)

​Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• 8+ year of experience in product development

• Understanding of a variety of manufacturing processes (Sheet metal forming, Aluminum casting, injection molded plastic, molded or extruded rubber)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with:

  • Injection molded plastic processes

  • Large class A panel design

  • Seal design and development

  • NVH design and development

  • FMEA process

  • Six sigma tools and application

• Understanding and application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

• Ability to utilize Creo for model and print creation, 3D model evaluation or component analysis

• Experience within Teamcenter engineering or similar PLM software/Change Release Process

The anticipated pay range for this position is $100,900 - $160,800 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job- related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), He