What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Engineer position at Back Cove Yachts?
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Back Cove is a leading manufacturer in building Downeast style motor yachts, based in Rockland, Maine since 2003. Back Cove has exceptional world-class craftsmen and women in the boat building industry who build exceptional luxury yachts.
Product Engineer
Back Cove Yachts Rockland, ME | Full-Time | On-Site
Position Summary
Back Cove Yachts seeks a skilled Product Engineer to support the full lifecycle of our premium yachts, from concept development through production and customer delivery. This role serves as a key technical authority, ensuring designs meet our standards for quality, performance, manufacturability, and serviceability. The Product Engineer works cross-functionally with design, production, purchasing, and customer service to deliver engineering solutions that uphold our brand values and meet cost, schedule, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Engineering
Back Cove is a leading manufacturer in building Downeast style motor yachts, based in Rockland, Maine since 2003. Back Cove has exceptional world-class craftsmen and women in the boat building industry who build exceptional luxury yachts.
Product Engineer
Back Cove Yachts Rockland, ME | Full-Time | On-Site
Position Summary
Back Cove Yachts seeks a skilled Product Engineer to support the full lifecycle of our premium yachts, from concept development through production and customer delivery. This role serves as a key technical authority, ensuring designs meet our standards for quality, performance, manufacturability, and serviceability. The Product Engineer works cross-functionally with design, production, purchasing, and customer service to deliver engineering solutions that uphold our brand values and meet cost, schedule, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Engineering
- Support development of new and existing models from concept through production release.
- Create and maintain 2D/3D CAD models, drawings, assemblies, BOMs, and change notices.
- Collaborate with production to resolve build issues and improve manufacturability.
- Coordinate prototype builds and sea trials; capture feedback and implement improvements.
- Provide technical support for warranty, service, and field-related issues.
- Identify and document design or production issues.
- Apply root-cause analysis and lead cross-functional problem-solving efforts.
- Implement corrective and preventive actions to improve quality and reliability.
- Support continuous improvement across models, systems, and processes.
- Maintain accurate drawings, reports, and engineering documentation.
- Manage multiple projects and meet schedule commitments.
- Support document control, design standards, and engineering systems.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and assist with facility improvement efforts.
- A degree in engineering or industrial design is preferred; however, equivalent technical training or production-focused engineering experience is also accepted.
- 3 years of experience in boatbuilding or manufacturing engineering preferred.
- Proficiency in CAD software (SolidEdge, Rhino, AutoCAD, or equivalent).
- Strong understanding of marine systems, composites, and production processes.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
- ABYC Certifications or PE licensure is a plus.
- CNC programming and 3D printing experience is a plus.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and regulatory standards.
- Strong math and computer skills, including spreadsheets and modeling tools.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding proprietary product information.
- The Product Engineer works cross-functionally with design, production, quality control, purchasing, sales & marketing, and customer service.
- Works under general supervision with expected independent judgment on technical matters.