Marine Systems Engineer - Chapter

Overview

Job Title: Systems Engineer

Employment Type: Full-Time

Classification: Exempt

Reports To: Engineering Team Leader

• Systems Design & Integration
  • Tactical owner of systems design for Regal Boats.
  • Develop and integrate navigation, plumbing, water, waste, fuel, HVAC, and control systems.
  • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering teams to ensure efficient system layouts.
  • Optimize system placement and weight distribution to enhance performance, efficiency, and serviceability.
  • Work closely with vendors to select, test, and validate components for production.
  • Assist in the integration of marine electronics, lighting, and onboard automation.
• Compliance & Testing
  • Ensure designs meet ABYC, NMMA, USCG, ISO, and CE requirements.
  • Conduct DFMEA, risk assessments, and system validation testing.
  • Validate all new models for performance and reliability through prototype testing, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
  • Support on-water testing, system calibration, and diagnostics.
• Work with design, manufacturing, and service teams to ensure smooth product launches.
• Assist in supplier coordination, cost analysis, and component selection.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, system manuals, and installation guides.
• Ensure vendors conduct training and perform Certificates of Inspection (COIs) as needed.
• Represent Regal in a professional, ethical, and socially responsible manner.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Rhino- preferred, Solid Works, Siemens NX, Catia, Pro-E, or AutoCAD).
• Knowledge of marine propulsion, fuel systems, electrical networks, and onboard systems.
• Strong understanding of ABYC, USCG, and NMMA regulations.
• Experience with systems troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and failure mode testing.
• Conversational English.

• Experience in common platform engineering for multi-model product lines.
• 3+ years of experience in marine systems engineering, preferably in boat building or OEM manufacturing.
• Experience with diagnostics, repair, and integration of Volvo, Yamaha, and Mercury propulsion systems.
• Boat experience (20’ - 50’).
• Hands‑on experience with on‑water testing, including Ocean Testing, Performance Testing, Component Sea trials (Gyroscopes, Windlass, Thrusters, etc.).
• Experience with testing software and data collection software (Dewesoft - preferred).
• System calibration and diagnostics expertise.
• Professional memberships in industry organizations such as ABYC.
• Strong problem‑solving, project management, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently or within a team.

Must be able to work in a non‑climate‑controlled environment where ambient air temperature can exceed outside air temperature, reaching over 100 degrees Fahrenheit at times.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to bend at the waist and knees and stand for extended periods of time. The employee is frequently required to climb into and out of the boats using stairs.

The employee must frequently be able to lift 50 pounds, work 10‑hour days with most of the time being on their feet, and work overtime, whether planned or unplanned. Must be able to, with or without correct close vision, adjust focus and distinguish between different colors.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Regal Marine Industries, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Regal Marine Industries,…