Principal Engineer Structural Systems

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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 in elastomeric mount components.

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

Essential Functions:

• 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 / design approval.

• Draft and implement DVP for components with input from cross functional team.

• Develop patentable ideas that lead to commercial success in the market.

• Maintain team communication/cooperation with Engineers of mating/adjacent components.

• Lead/Participate in cross function teams including Manufacturing Purchasing Quality and Suppliers.

• Work with Design Analysis Mechanical Development and Engine Testing groups to validate designs.

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:

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• 8 or more years experience of product development experience including all aspects of product life cycle from concept development to production release and production support.

• Experience designing structural systems / components with the inclusion of component or system level isolation

• Strong understanding of FEA & fatigue analysis used in design development.

• Construct and execute comprehensive DVPs involving coordination of cross functional resources.

• Aptitude for mechanical designs and system conceptualization

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good Design-for-Manufacturing (DFM) skills. Familiarity with all relevant manufacturing processes including casting and forging processes machining and plastic injection molding.

• Knowledge of six sigma tools and applications including root cause failure analysis methods.

• Experience with 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 within 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 $100900 - $160800 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills relevant experience business needs and geographic addition to base pay this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus program. 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 candidates qualifications and the business context.

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswicks comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings including medical dental vision paid vacation 401k (up to 4% match) Health Savings Account (with company contribution) wellbeing program product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

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