Senior Mechanical Engineer - Recreational

Arc is on a mission to electrify the marine industry, rethinking powertrains, software, and vessel designs from first principles.

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team. You will own major boat systems from specification through design, prototyping, validation, and high-volume manufacturing. You will report to the Lead Mechanical Engineer and work closely with a lean, high-trust team.

Responsibilities:

• Own major boat systems from specification through design, prototyping, validation, and high-volume manufacturing
• Design and release hardware across the full boat, including composite structures, interiors & mechanisms, and marine systems
• Define system requirements and lead design reviews, making tradeoffs across performance, weight, cost, and manufacturability
• Lead prototyping through on-water testing, root-causing failures, and driving fixes into production
• Integrate with battery, powertrain, electrical, and controls teams on packaging and interfaces
• Partner with industrial design, suppliers, and manufacturing on DFM and next-generation products
• Mentor engineers and set the technical bar for the team
• Work hands-on in production or travel to suppliers when needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering field
• 5+ years of industry experience, including taking hardware from concept through production
• Expert in CAD (NX preferred, CATIA, or SolidWorks) with strong command of PLM systems (Teamcenter preferred)
• Experience working with composite structures
• Strong engineering fundamentals with hands-on use of hand calcs and FEA to validate designs
• Proven design for manufacturing experience releasing parts to suppliers
• Hands-on experience in fabrication, assembly, and testing
• Ability to lead technical decisions and defend them with data
• Clear written and verbal communication, with strong prioritization at a fast but sustainable pace

Bonus Qualifications:

• Marine, automotive, aerospace, or EV hardware experience (marine preferred)
• Fiberglass part infusion or open molding experience
• Tooling design experience
• Soft goods experience
• Have worked alongside industrial design teams with Class A surfaces
• Familiarity with ABYC standards
• Engineering leadership or mentorship experience
• Enthusiasm for boating and the water

What we offer:

• Base salary: $150,000 (P3), $185,000 (P4)
• Highly competitive equity grants
• Semi-annual bonuses tied to your impact
• Top-tier benefits, including healthcare, parental leave, time off, income protection, retirement savings, and more
• $500 water fund, professional development reimbursement, safety support, captain training, and office perks