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WHAT YOULL DO
Our Systems R&D Engineers have an insatiable desire to advance our product capabilities by integratingnew technologies. They are constantly dissatisfied with the status quo andseekto make disruptive innovations. They love to experiment and are not deterred by the idea of breaking something if it meanspossibly improvingit! In this role,youllbe the conduit for converting innovative ideas into working prototypes by:
- Developing systems architectures and innovating system upgrades to improve product capabilities
- Designing, managing, and executing experiments on first of its kind technology advancements in laboratory and field (on boat) environments, while developing and adhering to structured test matrices to ensure comprehensive developmental and validation testing.
- Analyzing test data toidentifytrends and correlations about system performance
- Developingdetailed test plans, procedures, and validation matrices thatestablishclear test requirements, traceability, and acceptance criteria
- Proactivelyidentifyingtechnical issues and risks during development and test activities,utilizingstructured problem-solving methodologies such as root cause analysis to develop, implement, and verify corrective actions.
- Drawing conclusions about the feasibility of technology advancements to improve system performance
- Presenting test results and conclusions to colleagues and management in a clear and concise manner
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary R&D team to advance product capability by integrating and testing new and innovative technologies
- Troubleshooting and fixingproductsunder test
- Creating innovative test procedures to evaluate performance enhancements of newly integrated technologies
- Supporting the management of laboratory infrastructure
- Developing systemsexpertiseonSeakeeperscurrent and future products
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
Do you have a positive attitude, an eagerness to learn, and the ability to hustle in a fast-paced environment? Then Seakeeper is the place for you! Here are a few other thingsyoullneed tosucceed.
MUST-HAVES
- Bachelors degree in engineering with mechanical, electrical, or systems disciplineand 4+ years of experience with electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic systems (post college)
- Or a masters degree in engineering with 1+ year of applicable experience (postgraduate)
- A mechanical aptitude, ability to wire electrical systems,and beinghands-on with the product (itsgoing to be dirty sometimes!)
- Data analysis skills and experienceutilizingprograms such as Python, MATLAB, and/orDIAdem
- Experience running experiments and testing performance of mechanical systems in a lab or field environment
- Demonstratedexperiencetroubleshooting complex systems and applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5-Whys,Fault Tree Analysis, or similar techniques.
- Capable of thinking systematically and documenting processes, procedures, and test results
- Ability toestablishand manage requirements
- Thrive in a collaborative team environment, but also be effective working independently
- Motivated to improve both yourself and those around you
- Passion to convertnew technologiesinto product prototypes
NICE-TO-HAVES
- 5+ years of experience in testing and integrating systems
- Experience with MATLAB and/orDIAdem
- Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and/or hydraulic systems
MORE DETAILS YOU'LL WANT TO KNOW
- This role will be based onsite in Leesport, PA five days a week
- Youllreport to the GyroInnovationManager, also based in PA
YOUR TEAM
This positionis nestled within ourGyro Innovation team within the Gyro Engineeringdepartment. It is a small, but mighty team that covers a lot of ground. It is a flat team, managing projects through an Agile workflow that allows maximum exposure to a variety of projects and systems within the group. The team iscomprisedof engineers with varying backgrounds and specialties including hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, software, controls and more with a heavy emphasis on collaboration.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE
Itstrue that we make extraordinary products, but our favorite part about Seakeeper is our people! We believe in participative leadership. That means you have the freedom to make a difference and contribute to the larger goal, regardless of your position. Great ideas can strike at any moment, and when you have one,youreempowered to speak up!
We are constantly pushing (or crushing) boundaries. Stagnant or bored are about as oppositefromSeakeeper as you can get! We movequickand if there is something that can be improved upon, we jump on it.
WHO WE ARE
71% of our Earth is covered bywaterand we want everyone to make the most of it.Thatswhy we are committed to creating products that transform the boating experience with an organization that employees want to work for, customers want to buy from, and vendors want to partner with. Seakeeper Ride, a Vessel Attitude Control System,eliminatesunderway pitch and roll, making time on the water safer and more comfortable for everyone on board.
Seakeeper was founded in 2008, growing from a start-up operation to the worldwide leader in stabilization thanks to its popular line of gyrostabilizers. Seakeeper Ride launched in 2022 and is the first product deviation from that line, bringing the magic of Seakeeper to boats while underway.Theresa long runway of growth ahead asmore and moreOEMs adopt Seakeeper Ride as standardequipmentand we work to make aftermarket refits a reality.
Ready for a new challenge in a fast-paced environment?Wantto help us disrupt an industry? Come on and apply, we are ready for you!
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Seakeeper is personally committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of job requirements, individual qualifications, and businessneed.