What we’re building

Our vision is to electrify all waterborne vessels, and we're starting with electric water sport boats.

Gas boats dominate today’s marine industry not because of great product offerings but because of a lack of better alternatives. Boaters have grown accustomed to vehicles that feel stuck in the 1980s: unreliable, expensive, loud, noxious, and a nightmare to own and operate. They’re also awful for the water and air they reside in.

By contrast, electric boats are superior in nearly every way: not only are they far more reliable and less costly to operate, but they’re also quieter, quicker, and cleaner, with no fumes or pollutants. However, they’ve been held back by both the technology and the talent to make them truly competitive with gas alternatives. That’s Arc’s opportunity.

Using modern, aerospace- and automotive-inspired techniques, we’re building our hulls, batteries, cooling systems, firmware, and software together to deliver the next generation of watercraft.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who is excited by our vision, eager for a challenge, and willing to learn on the job. We pride ourselves on transparency and operate in a lean, high-trust environment that encourages everyone to take ownership of their work.

You will be a full-time member of our Production team, working from our manufacturing facility in Los Angeles. As a startup, we operate in a fast-moving, dynamic environment that requires adaptability. That said, here are some key responsibilities and qualifications we expect to remain relatively constant for this role.

Core responsibilities

• Establish quality metrics and methods for tracking quality issues in production
• Develop systems to address quality problems, improving reliability and accelerating production
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute quality improvement projects
• Assist the production and supply chain teams in tracking hardware non-conformances, ensuring all issues are resolved quickly
• Develop and manage containment or recall processes as needed
• Create manufacturing quality standards and inspection procedures
• Collaborate with production and supply chain teams with a solutions-oriented mindset

Basic qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or another STEM-related field
• 3+ years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing, quality, or design engineering role
• Experience working with or within a quality management system
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and offsite as needed

Bonus qualifications 

• Exposure to multiple engineering disciplines
• Ability to articulate and defend engineering decisions
• Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturability principles
• Comfortable maintaining an intense yet sustainable pace
• Enthusiasm for boating and clean energy

At Arc, we encourage diversity and consider all qualified applicants equally for employment, regardless of background, identity, or status. You’re always welcome to reach out even if you don’t meet many of these qualifications. Passion and aptitude make up for a lot.

Benefits

What we value

We value these five things above all else:

• Ownership over both your work and the company’s success
• Empathy for colleagues and for customers
• Humility in problem solving and collaboration
• Pragmatism for navigating ambiguity quickly and sensibly
• Inclusion of different backgrounds, opinions, cultures, etc.

Given that we work in a sometimes intense or stressful environment, it’s vital that our values align. We’d be happy to elaborate on any or all of these during the interview process.

What you’ll get

• Talented teammates who challenge and inspire you
• Exposure to and input on a wide range of business activities
• Competitive salary between $100,000 - $175,000
• Semi-annual bonuses tied to impact
• A meaningful equity stake
• The chance to shape industry-defining vehicles
• The opportunity to drive positive environmental change through your work
• Nearly free health insurance (99% covered) and a 401(k)
• Generous parental leave
• Daily lunches, plenty of snacks, company swag, and more
• Boat rides!

We hope to hear from you soon!

The Crew at Arc