Senior Composite Engineering Lead

Position Overview

The Senior Composite Engineering Lead is the company’s primary technical expert in advanced composite boat construction. This role supports the EVP Production & Master Boat Builder by ensuring that composite manufacturing practices, structural integrity, and build methodologies are executed to the highest standards across all production programs.

This individual provides hands‑on technical leadership to production teams, supports complex composite builds, and helps institutionalize composite manufacturing standards and best practices. The role combines deep technical expertise with practical shop‑floor collaboration, helping teams execute advanced composite work reliably and efficiently.

• Serve as the internal subject matter expert for advanced composite manufacturing.
• Provide technical guidance on composite laminate schedules, materials, and structural design implementation.
• Support the EVP Production & Master Boat Builder in maintaining manufacturing standards for composite structures.
• Assist with structural decision‑making during complex builds or when engineering changes arise.
• Help ensure composite manufacturing processes align with structural and performance requirements.

• Monitor composite fabrication processes across hulls, decks, and structural components.
• Ensure proper handling and execution of composite manufacturing methods including pre‑preg, infusion, and vacuum bagging.
• Verify adherence to cure‑cycle specifications and composite process standards.
• Identify and troubleshoot composite manufacturing challenges during production.

• Provide hands‑on technical guidance to lamination and composite teams during critical build stages.
• Support specialized teams working on lamination, finishing, and structural integration.
• Assist in resolving technical challenges encountered during production builds.
• Escalate complex issues to the EVP Production & Master Boat Builder when appropriate.

• Support development and documentation of composite manufacturing processes and standards.
• Help standardize composite work instructions and manufacturing best practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve composite manufacturing methods, materials, and workflow efficiency.
• Contribute to process‑improvement initiatives related to composite fabrication.

• Mentor composite technicians and crew leads to strengthen technical capabilities within the team.
• Provide hands‑on training in advanced composite techniques.
• Support the development of production personnel working with composite materials.

• Strong understanding of custom boat‑building processes and marine manufacturing workflows.
• Advanced experience with pre‑preg lamination, including material handling, layup techniques, and cure‑cycle management.
• Deep understanding of glass transition temperature (Tg) and coefficient of thermal expansion (COTE) as they relate to composite structures.
• Proficiency with advanced resin infusion processes and resin‑flow management.
• Expertise in wet vacuum‑bagging techniques for high‑quality composite construction.
• Strong understanding of composite material behavior and structural performance.

• Significant hands‑on experience in composite boat building or advanced composite manufacturing.
• Experience working with high‑performance composite structures in marine or similar industries.
• Ability to troubleshoot composite fabrication challenges in a production environment.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with production teams.
• Collaborative leadership style with a focus on mentorship and technical guidance.
• Calm, solutions‑focused approach to problem solving.
• Reliability, professionalism, and a commitment to high‑quality craftsmanship.