Marine Systems Engineer (Electric Propulsion)

Location: On-site in Torrance, CA. Must be a 'U.S. person' as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or protected individual).

Salary: $125,000 – $150,000 annually

Company

hirify.global is on a mission to electrify the marine industry by rethinking powertrains, software, and vessel designs from first principles.

What you will do

• Design marine propulsion and drivetrain systems, including shafting, couplings, mounts, seals, and steering hardware.
• Collaborate with naval hirify.globalhitects on hull-to-machinery integration, packaging, and foundation loads.
• Own thermal and fluid systems across the vessel, including cooling loops, pumps, and ventilation.
• Run structural, thermal, and hydrodynamic analysis to size and validate components.
• Build and execute test plans on the bench, at the dock, and on the water to iterate designs.
• Manage drawings, GD&T, and BOMs while driving DFM/DFA with manufacturing and supply chain teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering, Naval hirify.globalhitecture, Ocean Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience designing and releasing mechanical systems for production.
• Strong background in machine design fundamentals: statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, and fluids.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA) and PDM/PLM workflows.
• Must be a 'U.S. person' per ITAR regulations (U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual).
• Ability to work hands-on in the shop and lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice to have

• Professional Engineer (PE) or EIT license in Naval hirify.globalhitecture.
• Experience with electric or hybrid marine propulsion.
• Experience with small craft or high-speed craft.

Culture & Benefits

• 99% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 14 weeks fully paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents.
• Competitive PTO and 401(k) access.
• Annual professional development and AI stipends.
• On-site perks including daily lunches, snacks, and coffee.
• Relocation assistance available depending on role eligibility.