What we’re building

Every idea starts with a problem. Ours was simple: Boats are special — but they’re loud, pollutant, unreliable, and stuck in the past. Gas-powered boats dominate not because they’re great, but because no better option has existed. Until now.

Arc is here to change that. We’re building 100% electric boats from the ground up — quicker, quieter, easier to maintain, and better for the water they ride on. We’re not just swapping gas for batteries. We’re rethinking every detail on the boat — from propulsion and powertrain to software and ownership model — applying first-principles engineering from aerospace and EVs to deliver a better boating experience.

Electric boats haven’t taken over yet. The tech hasn’t been ready. The talent hasn’t been focused here. That’s our opportunity — and we’re moving fast.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who’s fired up by our mission and ready to build. You’ll thrive here if you adapt quickly, take ownership, and care about the details.

This is a full-time, on-site role at our Los Angeles headquarters working on a mix of Production, R&D, and Fabrication projects.

Core responsibilities

Owning the design and development of manufacturing tooling from start to finish (design, document, fabricate, assemble, and validate)
Using CAD software, hand calculations, and FEA (as-needed)
Ensuring all tooling designs meet safety requirements
Collaborating with production personnel, multidisciplinary engineering teams, and management to create or modify tooling to meet rate, development and quality targets
Managing the schedule on assigned projects including next steps, deadlines, user buy in, and outcome
Developing operation and maintenance plans for all fixtures and tooling
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to identify and address process gaps

Basic qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an engineering or related discipline
4 years of industry experience
Experience using CAD software (e.g. NX or other packages)
Hands on experience working with hardware (informal or formal experience)
A pragmatic and solutions oriented approach
Ability to operate independently and make data-backed decisions
Clear written and verbal communication

Bonus qualifications

Prior experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
Experience with design, manufacturing, and refurbishment of Class A composite tooling
Experience with 3 and 5-axis programming and machining
Experience with Finite Element Analysis
Comfortable pushing a fast but 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.

Our values

We move with urgency and build with care. 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, and perspectives.

We want people who share and embody these values. It is vital that our values align - we’d be happy to elaborate on any or all of these during the interview process.

What we offer

We don’t think great work happens by accident. We invest in the people building Arc — because when you’re supported, you do your best work.

Salary between $140,000 - $170,00 per year
Ownership – Equity in Arc
99% employer-paid health coverage – Medical, dental, and vision
Arc Water Fund – Annual stipend to get out on the water, however you choose
Captain Training – Get certified to take the boat out with friends and family
401(k) access – Plan your future
Semi-annual bonuses – Tied to your impact, not just your tenure
Daily team lunches, snacks, and good coffee while onsite
Parental leave – Because family comes first
Boat days – Yes, we actually go out on the water. A lot.
A chance to define the future of boating

The ability to drive positive environmental change through your work

Hope to hear from you soon!

The Crew at Arc

Tooling Engineer