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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Arc Boat Company
Location
Torrance, CA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Commercial Programs
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 4+ years of experience owning complete mechanical or electromechanical systems from initial design through production
  • Strong fundamentals in structural and thermal engineering
  • Functional knowledge of electrical systems, including high-voltage battery systems and power electronics
  • Experience designing large assemblies or complex multidisciplinary systems
  • Experience with CAD software such as NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks
  • Experience with analysis and modeling tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or FEA packages
Nice to have
  • Experience working on commercial vessels or marine systems, including familiarity with Coast Guard and ABS regulations
  • Experience with high voltage battery systems
  • Exposure to sheet metal manufacturing, CNC machining, composites, or shop tools
  • Experience with fluid system design including pump sizing, heat exchanger sizing, and hose/pipe routing
  • Experience creating detailed engineering drawings with strong GD&T fundamentals
What the job really is

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Arc, you will be responsible for the design and integration of complex electromechanical systems throughout the vehicle lifecycle, from concept to production. Your role will involve collaboration across various domains, including mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing, while ensuring systems meet performance and reliability standards. You will also engage in hands-on prototyping, validation, and support sea trials, working closely with suppliers and shipyards.

Benefits
  • Base salary range of $150,000 to $180,000 annually
  • Highly competitive equity grants
  • Semi-annual bonuses tied to impact
  • 99% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 14 weeks fully paid parental leave
  • Highly competitive PTO with opportunities to earn more time
Things to weigh
  • Role requires occasional travel (~15%) to support testing and validation
  • Fast-paced development environment may require quick decision-making in ambiguous situations
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