Engineering Director

Engineering DirectorThe Director of Engineering will lead the design and development of next-generation MBG products while building a strong, engaged engineering team. This role is responsible for driving a focused, execution-oriented development organization that delivers high-quality boats to market on time and ready for production.Maverick Boat Group is known for building top-tier fishing boats across its portfolio of brands, including Maverick, Hewes, Pathfinder, and Cobia. This role plays a key part in continuing that standard by ensuring our products reflect both strong Engineering fundamentals and a clear understanding of how customers actually use our boats on the water.This leader will strengthen MBG's in-house product development capability, improve how engineering partners with production, and help raise the bar on product quality, performance, and execution.We are looking for someone who is not just a strong engineering leader, but someone who genuinely cares about the marine industry. This role requires a real connection to boats, time on the water, and an understanding of what matters to the customer.Top PrioritiesLead the design and development of next-generation MBG productsSupport production, quality, and customer service through strong engineering executionBuild a high-performing engineering team and cultureKey ResponsibilitiesLead product development from concept through production launch across the MBG portfolioDrive execution against defined program milestones, schedules, and deliverablesBalance innovation with practicality, delivering products that perform on the water and execute cleanly in productionProvide clear direction on product development priorities based on customer use, market awareness, and business needsBuild, develop, and lead a high-performing engineering teamEstablish clear expectations, ownership, and accountability across all projectsAssess current team capabilities and strengthen the team where neededCreate an environment where engineers are engaged, challenged, and take pride in the products they deliverEnsure designs are built for manufacturability, repeatability, and qualityImprove how engineering hands off work to production with clear documentation and stronger definitionWork closely with operations to ensure new products are executable without unnecessary complexityIdentify and drive improvements that reduce rework, improve efficiency, and elevate overall build qualityImplement structured product development processes including milestone tracking and review gatesHold teams accountable for timelines, deliverables, and executionDrive urgency and remove bottlenecks within the development pipelineMaintain visibility into project status, risks, and key decisionsPartner with production, quality, supply chain, and customer service to support the businessEnsure engineering is responsive to real product issues and continuous improvement needsSupport product launches with sales and marketing to ensure strong alignment and executionQualificationsRequired QualificationsProven track record leading product development from concept through production launchExperience managing Engineering teams and delivering complex, high-quality productsStrong understanding of marine product design, performance, and real-world useBachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university (Mechanical, Marine, Ocean, Electrical, or Naval Architecture)Preferred QualificationsABYC certification or strong working knowledge of marine standardsProfessional certifications such as PE, CPM, or PMPPassion for boating, fishing, and the marine industryWhat Will Make You Stand OutYou have a genuine connection to the marine industry and spend time on boatsYou take ownership of outcomes and hold your team accountableYou can balance strong Engineering fundamentals with practical executionYou build strong relationships across teams, especially with operationsYou bring energy, urgency, and a bias for actionThis role is an opportunity to shape the future of MBG products and build a team that takes pride in what we put on the water. The right person for this role understands that great boats are not just designed, they are experienced.