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Luhrs Marine Group stops production

Thursday, 09 February 2012 12:48

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Luhrs Marine Group - the builder of Silverton, Luhrs, Mainship and Ovation boats - went into shutdown mode beginning Monday, the company confirmed to Soundings Trade Only.

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Systems Engineering Specialist

Featured Marine Industry Job Board

Wednesday, 08 February 2012 18:47

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. is a growing and dynamic organization with superb products that includes motorcycles, outboard motors, ATVs, personal watercraft, snowmobiles, boats, outdoor power equipment, race kart engines, accessories, apparel, and much more! We are a company of enthusiasts and have passion for our products! 

Yamaha is looking for a Systems Engineering Specialist to join our Marine Division! This is a great opportunity for an individual to work on a variety of “Intelligent” Product Planning/Engineering development.  Research and assist in the development of advanced boat control systems such as integrated boat information and operating technologies.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Research market status, trends of a technical performance and business marketing initiatives.  Prepare market research surveys and questionnaires.
• Work closely with the Japan headquarters and Yamaha Test Facility Product Planning and Engineering groups in refining new boat control technologies.
• Formulate new product concept reports, information, proposals and presentations for discussion with management.
• Provide technical support for sales, marketing, application engineers, service, training and purchasing.  Help plan introductions to market.
• Stay current on new technologies and contact with groups such as ABYC, NMMA and SAE.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Four year Electrical Engineering degree
• Marine industry experience and product knowledge strongly preferred.
• Self-starter, manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Strong computer, analytical and presentations skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Approximately 15% travel required.

To learn more about Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA, please visit http://www.yamaha-motor.com/. Yamaha offers a “Total Rewards Package” which includes a great work environment, competitive salary and generous benefits package. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online.

http://www.yamaha-motor.com/corporate/yamaha_careers_dr.aspx

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

A shot in the arm for the Miami shows?

Written by William Sisson Wednesday, 08 February 2012 14:45

A few bright spots in the economic picture surfaced last week, and they might be just what we need heading into the Miami International Boat Show and the Yacht & Brokerage Show. Click here for more.

Business Development Company Wishes To Acquire Parts Manufacturer

Business Opportunities

Wednesday, 08 February 2012 14:15

Business development company wishes to acquire parts manufacturer with both US Original Equipment and Aftermarket customers. If are interested in selling please respond to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Indicate type of business, location, size re sales, ownership, number of employees and contact information. All communication is absolutely confidential. Non-disclosure agreement will be required.