Are you ready to design the future of American luxury boating? Chris-Craft, a legendary name in marine craftsmanship since 1874, is seeking a Design Engineer to join our innovative and passionate team in Sarasota, FL. This is your opportunity to contribute to a legacy of excellence while shaping the next generation of iconic vessels.
Why Chris-Craft?
At Chris-Craft, we don’t just build boats—we craft experiences. Our culture is rooted in heritage, innovation, and pride. We value collaboration, creativity, and craftsmanship, and we’re committed to continuous improvement in everything we do. You’ll work alongside talented engineers, designers, and craftspeople who share a deep love for the water and a drive to deliver timeless quality.
We offer:
A dynamic and supportive work environment
Opportunities for professional growth and certification
A chance to work on cutting-edge marine design projects
Competitive compensation and benefits
A culture that values your ideas and initiative
What You’ll Do
As a Design Engineer, you’ll be responsible for:
Developing and modeling boat systems and components using 2D and 3D CAD tools (Rhino)
Collaborating with suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and performance standards
Supporting manufacturing integration and continuous improvement initiatives
Creating engineering drawings, documentation, and change notices (ECNs)
Validating designs through hands-on fabrication and testing
Ensuring compliance with NMMA, ABYC, and other regulatory standards
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or related field preferred
2+ years of relevant experience in marine or mechanical design
Proficiency in Rhino for 2D/3D modeling and documentation or similar software
Hands-on fabrication skills and a problem-solving mindset
NMMA Compliance Specialist and ABYC Standards Certifications (or willingness to obtain)
Familiarity with Epicor, Microsoft Office Suite, and CNC file development (Sigmanest)
OUR HERITAGE
Since the beginning, the boats crafted by Christopher Columbus Smith and his successors have brought dreams to life. Over the years, Chris-Craft boats have become cultural icons in their own right, empowering people with the freedom to explore their local lakes and distant shores. Chris-Craft has been nurturing America’s romance with boating for over 150 years.
OUR CRAFTSMANSHIP
Each Chris-Craft boat is brought to life by highly experienced craftsmen at our
factory in Sarasota, Florida, where we maintain the highest standards for every detail. Our design ethos centers around timeless beauty and complete comfort. And we build our boats to look like no others, using only the highest-quality materials to set each Chris-Craft boat apart from the crowd.
