Mechanical Engineer II

Yamaha Motor

  • Kennesaw, GA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Description:Yamaha has an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer II to join our Marine team in Kennesaw, GA. This position support Watercraft Engineering staff and develop new projects per the concept request of the WaveRunner Product Management team. Assists in the design and development of Yamaha WaveRunners. This position will encompass the design, development, documentation, and release of new products to production.What you'll be doing:
  • Responsible for design, development, documentation, and transfer of new products to factory engineering team including the creation of 3D models, 2D drawings, Bills of Materials.
  • Provide suppliers with necessary design information to develop components/systems as needed. Ensure production of quality products per industry compliance and Yamaha standards (YGK, WTS and WVDG).
  • Oversee the fabrication of prototypes and pre-production components for testing and evaluation.
  • Coordinate & plan necessary laboratory and on-water testing applicable to the platform being developed. Analyze, interpret, and summarize testing results to determine design or specification changes.
  • Manage product development process to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Utilize Yamaha development process and maintain communication with other business functions.
  • Technical support for suppliers and factories.
  • Performs other duties as required.
What you need to be successful:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
  • 5-7 years' experience designing consumer or industrial products at mid to high level volumes.
  • Experience in designing consumer products for the marine industry preferred.
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers.
  • Travel required to Japan, suppliers and test sites.
  • Experience in: Machining, Casting, & Injection Molded parts preferred.
  • 3D modeling experience required. NX preferred, FEA & Surfacing experience is a plus.
  • Strong hands-on shop and fabrication skills preferred.
  • Proficient in MS Office (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
  • Must be able to travel to factory, suppliers and various testing/research locations.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms, as such we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!What’s in it for you:
  • 401(k) and Profit Sharing
  • Fertility Benefits
  • 37.5 hour work-week
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles)
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Student Debt Repayment Benefits
  • Ability to borrow Yamaha product
Reports to: Department ManagerYamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.#LI-AS2

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