About MobyFly
MobyFly is revolutionizing marine transportation with innovative, sustainable hydrofoil technology. Our mission is to create efficient, eco-friendly watercraft that reduce the environmental impact of water transport while maintaining exceptional performance. Join our team of passionate professionals dedicated to shaping the future of maritime transportation.
Position Summary
The Chief Design & Industrialization (CDI) is a senior leadership role responsible for driving the design, engineering, testing, validation, and industrialization of our boat models. Reporting directly to the CEO and working hand-in-hand with the Production Office and Business Development, the CDI ensures that every model is not only innovative and certifiable, but also scalable, manufacturable, and aligned with market opportunities.
This role bridges creativity with industrial execution—transforming ideas into validated, production-ready solutions that strengthen the company's position in the market.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
* Lead the Design & Industrialization Office and set the roadmap in line with MobyFly's R&D and corporate goals.
* Translate market opportunities and customer requirements—identified by Business Development—into clear engineering and design specifications.
* Partner with the Production Office to secure on-time delivery, cost efficiency and strict quality compliance.
Design & Engineering
* Oversee the complete design, engineering, testing and certification of each hydrofoil model to ensure top performance, safety and regulatory approval.
* Implement robust documentation and configuration-management systems to guarantee product traceability and knowledge retention.
* Foster innovation in design methods, materials and sustainable technologies to maintain MobyFly's competitive edge.
Industrialization & Production Readiness
* Lead industrialization efforts to move from prototype to production, ensuring scalability and manufacturability.
* Embed
design-for-manufacturing (DFM)
practices in collaboration with production teams and suppliers.
* Work with the
Production Office
to continuously improve processes for cost efficiency, quality, and reduced time-to-market.
Qualifications & Experience
* Master's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Naval Architecture, Industrial Design, or related field.
* 10+ years of experience in product design and industrialization, ideally in marine, aerospace, or automotive industries.
* Proven track record leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering products from concept to industrialization.
* Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, certification, and supply chain collaboration.
* Experience working closely with commercial and production teams to align technology with market needs.
Key Skills
* Inspirational leadership and cross-functional team management.
* End-to-end product design & industrialization expertise.
* Advanced naval architecture and hydrodynamics knowledge specific to hydrofoil vessels.
* Deep understanding of certification and compliance in marine or comparable sectors.
* Excellent problem-solving and data-driven decision-making abilities.
Personal Attributes
* Visionary thinker with a
pragmatic, delivery-oriented approach
* Concrete, objective, and performance-driven
, with a clear focus on measurable results
* Strong communicator and natural collaborator across functions
* Skilled in
risk assessment and management
, ensuring issues are anticipated and mitigated early
* Passion for innovation, quality, and sustainability
* Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced environment