Sustaining Engineer

Diamondback Industries is expanding and evolving our Engineering team, with multiple roles open for engineers who bring diverse experience, practical knowledge, and creative problem-solving skills. We welcome candidates from a wide range of technical and educational backgrounds who are ready to contribute new ideas and help shape the next phase of our growth. At Diamondback, we’re more than a manufacturing company—we’re a team of driven professionals building American-made products that perform every time.

As a leader in Energetics and an innovator of disposable setting tools, we deliver precision-engineered well completion solutions backed by an exceptional customer experience.
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, featured by Titans of CNC Machining! Our success is powered by our people. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package—including medical coverage with nearly 90% of the monthly premium paid by Diamondback, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. If you’re ready to grow your engineering career with a company that values innovation, accountability, and performance, Diamondback Industries is where opportunity is built.

JOB SUMMARY: Diamondback Industries is seeking a creative, hands-on, early-career SUSTAINING ENGINEER to join our Engineering team. This role is ideal for a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate (or an upcoming graduate) who thrives on solving problems, refining product performance, and supporting manufacturing in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. Our Engineers bring ideas to life! From developing design improvements and creating detailed engineering files to assembling, testing, and taking products into the field for validation, you will have hands-on ownership at every stage.

As a Sustaining Engineer, you will support our current product lines, drive continuous improvement, and ensure Diamondback’s tools and energetics perform flawlessly in the field.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Support and improve existing Diamondback product lines, focusing on reliability, manufacturability, and performance.
• Take ownership of sustaining projects from concept to implementation, including updates to design, processes, and documentation.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and assembly issues; partner with Production and Quality to implement effective solutions.
• Perform root-cause analysis and support corrective actions to reduce defects and enhance product consistency.
• Create, update, and maintain engineering drawings, BOMs, manuals, assembly instructions, and all sustaining documentation.
• Review Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), provide engineering dispositions, and manage Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) through implementation.
• Develop and execute test plans, perform failure analysis, and recommend design or process improvements.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data using standard measurement tools and instrumentation.
• Participate in prototype builds, hands-on testing, and occasional field support for product deployment or troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, QC, R&D, Supply Chain, and Compliance; train personnel on product use; and support all regulatory requirements (ATF, DOT, etc.)

JOB QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:

• Mechanical Engineering degree preferred. However, candidates with strong mechanical aptitude, relevant industry experience, or sustained hands-on engineering background are encouraged to apply.
• Must pass a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) background check.
• Proficiency with CAD systems, preferably Solid Works, including file management and revision control.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; comfortable with hand tools, mechanical lab equipment, and basic hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Understanding of test systems, instrumentation, and data acquisition basics.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and willingness to be hands-on.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Curiosity, creativity, and passion for learning new processes and technologies.
• The ability to lift 25/50/80/100 pounds regularly
• The ability to respond quickly to sounds and flashing lights
• The ability to work in extreme weather
• The ability to wear personal protective equipment correctly

Ready to build What’s Next With Us? Email your resume or contact information to:

Charles Speck, Director of Engineering: charles.sp

Traci Richards, Director of HR, Marketing, Compliance: traci.richa