Malibu Boats TN Powertrain Engineering Internship

Company Overview
For over forty years, Malibu Boats has maxed out your experience on the water. Whether you wakeboard, surf, ski or just enjoy hanging out with family and friends, Malibu has a boat that will exceed expectations. With meticulous attention to detail and development input from today’s top pros, there is a reason why Malibu is the number one best-selling tow boat in the world. Owners will agree, there is just something about the Malibu vibe that is unmatched by any other experience.

Malibu’s Powertrain Development Engineering team is seeking a student for an 8-month Internship opportunity. The student must live near or be willing to relocate within driving distance from the plant that is in Loudon, TN. Start/completion dates listed below:

• Start date: May 2025, end of spring semester. Completion date: December 2025

As part of Malibu’s Powertrain Development team, students will have the opportunity to assist in, validation, continuous improvements, and process improvements of new designs and innovations for Malibu, Axis, and Cobalt engines. The position includes responsibilities that will allow students to build upon their current engineering foundation and passion for engines, marine industry and water sports. They will be challenged to identify opportunities for engine performance improvements, manufacturing process improvements, and designs to enhance the fit/form/function of current and new engine designs.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Minimum of 2 years towards a bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Industrial, electrical, or related engineering field
• Proficient in driving, docking, and trailering boats required
• Computer design experience in CAD modeling (Siemens NX and Solidworks) preferred
• Strong skills with hand tools and mechanical devices required

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
• Lift/carry up to 50lbs
• Frequently climb in/out of boats on trailers and at boat ramps
• Crawl in/out of small spaces in boats (i.e. engine compartment)
• Frequently bend at waist; squat; climb ladders and stairs; kneel on ground; reach above shoulder

Work Environment:
• Typical 8 to 10-hour workdays, 5 days/week with occasional overtime

• Required to work indoors and outdoors, year-round, and in all weather conditions

• Independent and collaborative work environments are both common