Yamaha has an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer I to join our Marine team in Kennesaw, GA. This position supports Sport Boat Engineering staff and develops new projects per the concept request of the Sport Boat Product Management team. In this role you will, assist in the design and development of Yamaha Sport Boats. This position will encompass the design, development, documentation, and release of new products to production.
What you'll be doing:
- Design and develop new parts and assemblies. Includes creation of 3D models, 2D drawings, and BOMs.
- Collaborate with suppliers by providing necessary design information to develop components/systems as needed. Ensure production of quality products per industry compliance and Yamaha standards
- Source or fabricate prototypes and pre-production components for testing and evaluation.
- Coordinate & plan necessary laboratory and ride testing applicable to the parts and systems being developed. Analyze, interpret, and summarize test results to determine necessary design changes or optimizations
- Assist in analysis and validation of parts and subassemblies designed by other engineers
What you need to be successful:
- BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar
- 0-3 years' experience in design engineering, product development, or similar
- Experience in: Machining, Casting, & Molded parts (plastic)
- 3D modeling experience required
- Strong hands-on shop and fabrication skills
- Proficient in MS Office (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
- Must possess good engineering judgment and analysis
- Must be able to travel to factory, suppliers and various testing/research locations.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize changing workloads.
- Ability to work on, in, and around the water
- Ability to safely operate road and water vehicles (trucks, PWCs, boats)
- Ability to attend online meetings outside of normal working hours
- Knowledge of plastic, metal, and composite materials
- Knowledge and experience in design of durable goods
- Must have strong communication skills
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms, as such we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!
What’s in it for you:
- 401(k) and Profit Sharing
- Fertility Benefits
- 37.5 hour work-week
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles)
- Long-Term Disability
- Student Debt Repayment Benefits
- Ability to borrow Yamaha product
Reports to: Department Manager
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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