Senior Mechanical Engineer - Recreational at Arc in Torrance, CA

Job description

What we’re building The marine industry supports recreation, global commerce, and national defense. And yet it runs on technology that hasn't meaningfully changed in fifty years. Until now. Arc is on a mission to electrify the marine industry. We're rethinking powertrains, software, and vessel designs from first principles. And we're already executing. We started with consumers to develop and harden our core technology. We’re now scaling production of our flagship model with new models and sectors on the horizon. Now we’re extending our platform to commercial applications, starting with tugs, ferries, and defense, with years' worth of signed contracts and a pipeline that spans every vessel type on the water. The technology is proven, the momentum is building, and the opportunity is enormous. The marine industry is going electric and Arc is building the platform that powers it Who we’re looking for We’re looking for someone who’s fired up by our mission and ready to build. You’ll thrive here if you adapt quickly, take ownership, and care about the details. This is a full-time, on-site role at our Los Angeles headquarters. You’ll report to the Lead Mechanical Engineer and work closely with a lean, high-trust team where everyone’s work matters. What you'll do Owning major boat systems from specification through design, prototyping, validation, and high-volume manufacturing, including assembly structure, mass, cost, and schedule Designing and releasing hardware across the full boat, including: Composite structures: hull, deck, stringer, hatches, and hardtop, with Class A surfacing for visible parts Interiors & mechanisms: upholstery, tower, windshield, storage Marine systems: ballast, bilge, steering, cooling, and surf tabs Defining system requirements and leading design reviews, making tradeoffs across performance, weight, cost, and manufacturability Leading prototyping through on-water testing, root-causing failures, and driving fixes into production Integrating with battery, powertrain, electrical, and controls teams on packaging and interfaces Partnering with industrial design, suppliers, and manufacturing on DFM and next-generation products Mentoring engineers and setting the technical bar for the team Comfortable working hands-on in production or traveling to suppliers when needed Minimum qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering field 5+ years of industry experience, including taking hardware from concept through production Expert in CAD (NX preferred, CATIA, or SolidWorks) with strong command of PLM systems (Teamcenter preferred) Experience working with composite structures Strong engineering fundamentals with hands-on use of hand calcs and FEA to validate designs Proven design for manufacturing experience releasing parts to suppliers Hands-on experience in fabrication, assembly, and testing Ability to lead technical decisions and defend them with data Clear written and verbal communication, with strong prioritization at a fast but sustainable pace Bonus qualifications Marine, automotive, aerospace, or EV hardware experience (marine preferred) Fiberglass part infusion or open molding experience Tooling design experience Soft goods experience Experience working alongside industrial design teams with Class A surfaces Familiarity with ABYC standards Engineering leadership or mentorship experience Enthusiasm for boating and the water At Arc, we encourage diversity and consider all qualified applicants equally for employment, regardless of background, identity, or status. You’re always welcome to reach out even if you don’t meet many of these qualifications. Passion and aptitude make up for a lot. What we offer The base salary for this role is P3: $150,000 P4:$185,000 Highly competitive equity grants are included with full time offers. As well as semi-annual bonuses tied to your impact, not just your tenure. Additionally, Arc offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: He