Marine Powertrain Design Engineer

MARINE POWERTRAIN DESIGN ENGINEER

At Ilmor Engineering, innovation runs as deep as our passion for performance. Proudly named a Crain’s Top 100 Places to Work, we pair world‑class engineering with a collaborative culture where great ideas are encouraged, and excellence is expected. From championship‑winning powertrain solutions to cutting‑edge marine technology, our teams shape the future of high‑performance engineering every day.

We’re looking for a Marine Powertrain Design Engineer who’s excited to turn bold concepts into production‑ready reality. If you’re energized by solving complex design challenges, thrive in a hands-on engineering environment, and want your work powering some of the the most powerful boats and fun family experiences the summer can offer, this is your moment to make waves.

Essential Job Functions (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):

Develop high‑quality 3D models and 2D drawings of marine powertrain components using SolidWorks, ensuring accuracy, manufacturability, and adherence to engineering standards.
Support mechanical product design and development across the full product lifecycle, from early‑stage concepts to production‑ready components.
Evaluate and optimize design alternatives for performance, weight, packaging, quality, benchmarking, geometry creation, and functional requirements.
Apply detailed understanding of gasoline engine operation and associated subsystems, including:
Exhaust systems
Cooling systems (heat exchangers, cooling pumps)
Intake systems
Electrical and control systems
Demonstrate a working knowledge of gearboxes/drive systems and their integration with the engine and powertrain.
Incorporate strong design‑for‑manufacturing (DFM) and design‑for‑assembly (DFA) principles into all work to ensure efficient and cost‑effective production.
Generate creative, forward‑thinking design concepts to support future product development and innovation initiatives.
Manage designs from concept through validation and successful production implementation, ensuring alignment with program timing and quality targets.
Collaborate closely with the Ilmor Manufacturing Team to transition designs into volume production, resolving issues and supporting production readiness.
Support product testing, validation, and launch activities, including documentation and engineering changes as needed.


Required Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
1-3+ years of professional experience is highly desired.
NOTE: An exceptionally motivated recent college graduate with a Solidworks Certification and prior internship experience may also be considered.
Proven experience in mechanical design, preferably within powertrain or related mechanical systems
Demonstrated innovative spirit
Verifiable SolidWorks capabilities, Certification highly desirable
Self-motivated and accountable with strong problem-solving skills
Mechanical aptitude/capability
Proficient in Solidworks
Proficient in GD&T
Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a team player mentality
Quality systems experience (ISO 9001)


Nuts & Bolts

FLSA: Exempt (Salaried)
Salary Range: $75,000+ based on experience
Medical, Dental, Vision: Eligible
401K: 3% Safe Harbor Company Contribution
Profit Sharing Annual Bonus: Eligible
Tuition Reimbursement
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability & Long Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
General Schedule: M-F 8am - 5pm
Paid Time Off
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
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