Engineering Support Team Manager

WHAT YOU'LL DO

We make an extraordinary product that pushes the boundaries of marine stabilization. Some might say it defies physics! As our Engineering Support Team Manager, you’ll work closely with our Product Development and R&D engineers to develop the next great Seakeeper product. You’ll make an immediate impact to our Engineering efforts by:

• Leading and coordinating activities of the Engineering Support Team – a group of machinists & technicians that are instrumental to building prototypes and executing the department’s vision
• Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team of New Product Development and R&D engineers with mechanical, electrical and software backgrounds to continue innovating our product
• Becoming technically proficient with Seakeeper models, including gaining knowledge in root cause analysis and investigations
• Advising on possible alternative solutions to achieve product goals and ensuring consistent quality output
• Maintaining and operating equipment by conducting preventative maintenance activities and following standard operating procedures, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs
• Overseeing inventory management of assets to support Product Development and R&D programs
• Leading and motivating a diverse workforce, empowering and investing in the team to increase skill sets and foster career development
  

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 things you’ll need to succeed.

MUST-HAVES

• High school diploma required with a strong preference for an advanced degree from a technical university or trade school
• Be an expert-level technician, machinist, or mechanic
• 10 years of technical product, quality, or manufacturing experience and a strong track record of people leadership
• Experience with managing capital equipment
• Flexible and agile with the ability to pivot quickly to changing priorities
• Strong team building and people management skills
• Be results-driven problem solver & self-motivated with superior time management, multitasking, organizational and prioritization skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, where engineers constantly want to iterate, and being hands-on with the team
• Proficient at reading drawings and technical documents provided by mechanical engineering staff
• Able to operate forklifts, overhead cranes, pallet jacks and adhere with standard operating procedures and job safety parameters
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently 

NICE-TO-HAVES

• Prior theoretical and hands-on machining knowledge and experience maintaining and troubleshooting CNC Mills/Lathes and balancing equipment
• Quality background
• Bachelor's Degree
• Experience using NetSuite and/or Wrike
  

MORE DETAILS YOU'LL WANT TO KNOW

• On-the-job training will be provided (we will help you become the Seakeeper expert!)
• You'll be based in our Leesport, PA facility 5 days a week 
• You'll report to the Product Development Program Manager, also based in PA

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE

It’s true 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, you’re empowered to speak up!

We are constantly pushing (or crushing) boundaries. Stagnant or bored are about as opposite from Seakeeper as you can get! We move quick and if there is something that can be improved upon, we jump on it.

WHO WE ARE

71% of our Earth is covered by water and we want everyone to make the most of it. That’s why we are on a mission to create 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.

Founded in 2008, we have grown from a start-up operation to the worldwide leader in marine motion control. The journey began with our gyrostabilization technology, which eliminates up to 90% of boat roll and creates a land-like experience on the water. This technology went from an unknown commodity to a must-have boating requirement in the first decade. In 2022, we added another jaw-dropping technology to our portfolio with the launch of Seakeeper Ride, a first-of-its-kind Vessel Attitude Control System which eliminates underway pitch and roll, making time on the water safer and more comfortable for everyone onboard. In summary, we are in the business of creating gravity-defying products that completely change the way people spend their time on the water…and we are just getting started!

We have long runways with both of our technologies with new addressable markets on the horizon and drive to push the boundaries of what our technologies can do. With dedicated focus to each segment, in addition to shared leadership of each vertical, we can balance the different demands of each segment while providing a consist overall vision and direction of the company.

Ready for a new challenge in a fast-paced environment? Want to 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 business need.