Back Cove is currently hiring electricians.

Electrician Description:

We are looking for a qualified year-round full-time electrician. This successful candidate will have a good knowledge of AC/DC systems. This position requires reading and following boat specs, along with comprehending simple instructions and mathematics skills.

Electrician Responsibilities:

· Read and follow electrical blueprints

· Good knowledge of AC/DC systems

· Pulling and running wire

· Wiring all electrical components (lighting systems, switches, breakers, navigation, etc)

· Good knowledge of C-Zone and networked electronic systems

· Troubleshooting electrical issues

· Safe handling of chemicals

Electrician Requirements:

· Excellent understanding of electrical systems and components

· Mathematical proficiency

· Experience in using hand tools

· Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times

· Ability to work in small spaces

· Pre-employment physical and background check

Back Cove offers extensive personal and family benefits including 100% employer paid health insurance premiums for associates, dental & life insurance, paid short-term disability, medical reimbursement, 80 hours of personal time off, and company-matched 401(k).

Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 6 am-4:30 pm.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Pay:

Starting at $20.00 to $24.00

Back Cove Yachts is a leading manufacturer in building Downeast-style motor yachts. Based in Rockland, Maine since 2003, Back Cove's world-class craftsmen and women have been crafting beautiful luxury yachts for 50 years.

Back Cove is currently hiring fiberglass and auto body specialist for our lamination department.

Lamination Responsibilities Include:

• Read and follow instructions on positioning fiberglass material

• Cut, grind, and sand fiberglass parts

• Care &maintenance of tools

• Handling pressurized equipment

• Inspect and execute repairs

• Mixing resins, putties, and catalysts in proper ratios

• Safe handling of chemicals

Lamination Requirements:

• Understanding of fiberglass techniques and methods of installation

• Experience in using hand tools

• Great hand dexterity and eye for detail

• Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times

• Ability to wear a respirator

• Pre-employment physical and background check

Back Cove offers extensive personal and family benefits including 100% employer paid health insurance premiums for associates, dental & life insurance, paid short-term disability, medical reimbursement, 80 hours of personal time off, and company-matched 401(k).

Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 6 am-4:30 pm.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Pay:

Starting at $20.00-$24.00

**Back Cove is currently hiring Carpenters for the woodshop and assembly line**

Carpenter Job description:

This successful candidate will also have good knowledge of woodworking tools and techniques including; finished trim work, cutting miters and compound miters, scribing, and back cutting. This position requires reading and following boat specs, along with comprehending simple instructions and mathematics skills.

Carpenter Responsibilities Include:

• Choosing the correct color and grain to match
• Read and follow specifications to measure and align parts and install into hulls
• Position parts in specified openings with screws or laminates
• Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
• Cut, shape and sand wood, and other material according to measurements
• Inspect and fix repairs
• Milling wood with various machines to boat specs
• Build component parts and millwork for installation
• Mixing resins, putties, and catalysts in proper ratios
• Safe handling of chemicals

Carpenter Requirements:

• Hands-on experience in working with carpentry materials
• Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction
• Experienced in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (tables saws, power tools, miter saw, ban saw, routers, and measuring tape, etc.)
• Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times
• Ability to work in small spaces
• Pre-employment physical and background check

Back Cove offers extensive personal and family benefits including 100% employer paid health insurance premiums for associates, dental & life insurance, paid short-term disability, medical reimbursement, company-matched 401(k), education scholarships, paid time off, and more.

Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday, 6 am-4:30 pm.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Pay:

Starting at $20.00-$24.00

Back Cove is a leading manufacturer in building Downeast style motor yachts, based in Rockland, Maine since 2003. Back Cove has exceptional world-class craftsmen and women in the boat building industry who build exceptional luxury yachts.

Product Engineer

Back Cove Yachts Rockland, ME | Full-Time | On-Site

Position Summary

Back Cove Yachts seeks a skilled Product Engineer to support the full lifecycle of our premium yachts, from concept development through production and customer delivery. This role serves as a key technical authority, ensuring designs meet our standards for quality, performance, manufacturability, and serviceability. The Product Engineer works cross-functionally with design, production, purchasing, and customer service to deliver engineering solutions that uphold our brand values and meet cost, schedule, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Engineering

• Support development of new and existing models from concept through production release.
• Create and maintain 2D/3D CAD models, drawings, assemblies, BOMs, and change notices.
• Collaborate with production to resolve build issues and improve manufacturability.
• Coordinate prototype builds and sea trials; capture feedback and implement improvements.
• Provide technical support for warranty, service, and field-related issues.

Problem Solving & Improvement

• Identify and document design or production issues.
• Apply root-cause analysis and lead cross-functional problem-solving efforts.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to improve quality and reliability.
• Support continuous improvement across models, systems, and processes.

Administrative & Facility Support

• Maintain accurate drawings, reports, and engineering documentation.
• Manage multiple projects and meet schedule commitments.
• Support document control, design standards, and engineering systems.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and assist with facility improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• A degree in engineering or industrial design is preferred; however, equivalent technical training or production-focused engineering experience is also accepted.
• 3+ years of experience in boatbuilding or manufacturing engineering preferred.

• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidEdge, Rhino, AutoCAD, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of marine systems, composites, and production processes.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• ABYC Certifications or PE licensure is a plus.
• CNC programming and 3D printing experience is a plus.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and regulatory standards.
• Strong math and computer skills, including spreadsheets and modeling tools.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding proprietary product information.
• The Product Engineer works cross-functionally with design, production, quality control, purchasing, sales & marketing, and customer service.
• Works under general supervision with expected independent judgment on technical matters.