Design Engineer II

Design Engineer II

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens.

Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER employs people across various U.S. locations, and global facilities across multiple regions. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work. For more information about the company and product line visit:

Position Summary:

The Design Engineer II is responsible for developing moderately complex components for new products and associated equipment, as well as design improvements for legacy products. Responsibilities also include exercising sound engineering judgement and presenting analysis summaries which support design decisions. The mid-level Design Engineer II will be attentive to detail in completing tasks assigned by the Engineering Manager with limited guidance needed.

The Design Engineer II and Sr. positions will work both independently and in a team environment with Designers, other Design Engineers, NPI Managers, Ballistics Technicians, Manufacturing, Quality and outside vendors.

FLSA:
Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

* Create innovative ammunition design solutions and equipment as required. Take new product concepts through all aspects of the product development cycle and initial manufacturing, ultimately resulting in a producible and innovative product.

* Manage multiple design projects of increased complexity in a fast-paced development cycle.

* Interface with Marketing and customers to understand and document development requirements encompassing all trade channels of the business such as commercial, law enforcement, international, and military.

* Construct design models and work with complex assemblies in 3D CAD, preferably using Solid Works.

* Create design drawings, supervise drafting activities, review, and approve engineering drawings, with limited guidance.

* Maintain standards for technical drawings, internal specifications, and related engineering documentation.

* Work with NPI Management and Supply Chain to select manufacturing technologies and vendors.

* Support Sales and Product Management by troubleshooting and resolving field issues, with limited guidance.

* Identify Quality Assurance requirements for new products and make improvements to existing products. Investigate and solve problems in cooperation with the Quality and Operations departments.

* Coordinate prototype build, material testing, and ballistic evaluation, with limited guidance.

* Engage in and actively volunteer for general Continuous Improvement projects/tasks, as well as those related to technical information, analytical methods, design practices, and other R&D activities.

* Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

* Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.

* Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures. Follow safe firearms handling practices, and all range safety procedures when in the range area. Abide by all safety precautions applicable to energetics areas.

Education/Experience &

Skills:

* Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Chemical or Aeronautical Engineering required, and 3-6 years of related design experience with small or medium caliber ammunition/ordinance is strongly preferred. 2 years minimum experience with defense contracts and product development desired.

* Firearms and sports optics experience along with a knowledge of the shooting sports industry strongly preferred. Passion for ammunition reloading, shooting, and/or hunting highly desired.

* Proficient using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

* 3D CAD modeling experience required;
Solid Works, MATLAB and LabVIEW…