Systems & Propulsion Engineer

Job Title: Propulsion Engineer

Employment Type: Full-Time 

Classification: Exempt

Reports To:  Engineering Team Leader

Pay Range: $65,000 - $85,000

Location: Orlando, Florida 

Why Regal?
For over five decades, Regal Boats has been a beacon of excellence in the boating industry. As a family-owned and operated company since 1969, we take immense pride in our tradition of craftsmanship and quality. With a dedicated team of 600+ skilled members, we have continued to innovate and build stunning 20-50 foot boats that embody the essence of luxury and performance.

What sets Regal Boats apart is our status as a privately owned company, allowing us to stay true to our values and focus on our team members. We believe in the power of nurturing our team, fostering a culture of growth, and offering advancement opportunities. At Regal Boats, your passion for boating and dedication will be rewarded with a fulfilling and dynamic career journey.

Our Purpose: Honor God & Enrich Lives.

Our Mission: With God’s help we will develop an exceptional team dedicated to enriching lives and providing an awesome boating experience. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

Regal Boats is seeking a motivated self-starter to join our team as a Propulsion Engineer. This role is responsible for designing, integrating, and validating critical onboard systems across our luxury recreational boats, including express cruisers, bowriders, surf series, and center console hybrids. The ideal candidate will ensure seamless system functionality, reliability, and compliance with industry standards. This position will be involved in concept development, prototyping, product introduction, and market adoption across the entire Regal product line from 20’-50’.

Key Responsibilities

1. Systems Design & Integration

• Tactical owner of propulsion systems for Regal Boats.
• Develop and integrate propulsion, navigation, generator, fuel, steering, 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 propulsion systems.

2. Product testing & Validation

• Validate all new models for performance and reliability through prototype testing, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
• Conduct DFMEA, risk assessments, and system validation testing.
• Support on-water testing, system calibration, and diagnostics.

3. Collaboration & Project Management

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in marine engineering, preferably in boat building or OEM manufacturing.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Rhino- preferred, SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Catia, Pro-E, or AutoCAD).
• Strong understanding of ABYC, USCG, and NMMA regulations.
• Experience with systems troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and failure mode testing.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently or within a team.
• Conversational English.
• Boat driving experience (20’ - 50’).

Preferred Qualifications

• Yamaha, Mercury, and/or Volvo Penta marine technician certifications
• Experience in common platform engineering for multi-model product lines.
• Experience with diagnostics, repair, and integration of Volvo, Yamaha, and Mercury propulsion systems
• Knowledge of surf and ballast systems for tow boats
• Hands-on experience with on-water testing, including Ocean Testing, Performance Testing, Component Sea trials (Gyros, Windlass, Thrusters, etc.)
• Experience with data collection software (Dewesoft - preferred)
• Professional memberships in industry organizations such as ABYC.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Work Environment
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.

Physical Demands
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 your feet, and work overtime, whether planned or unplanned. Must be able to, with or without correct close vision, ability to adjust focus, and be able to distinguish between different colors.

Other Duties

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.

EEO Statement

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, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Regal Marine Industries, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Regal Marine Industries, Inc.’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

This job offer is contingent upon passing a mandatory pre-employment drug test and the receipt of background results that are in compliance with the current company policy.