Senior Design Engineer

Senior Design Engineer – Nammo Perry Inc.

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Design Engineer to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance our automated and semi‑automated equipment, ensuring we meet production, quality, and safety standards. You will also supervise and mentor junior team members.

The Senior Design Engineer will design, develop, and improve automated and semi‑automated production equipment. This role requires a strong technical background in mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, coupled with proven leadership abilities to oversee projects and provide mentorship.

• Lead and execute special projects, including design and fabrication of production equipment (automated and semi‑automated assembly and secondary machines), material selection, and tooling requirements.
• Evaluate and optimize existing mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to significantly improve yield and throughput.
• Develop and implement innovative mechanical/electromechanical fixtures and machines by meticulously analyzing customer requirements.
• Collaborate extensively with Quality and Process Engineers and other cross‑functional departments to gather requirements for detailed scopes for new equipment procurement.
• Ensure system and product quality by confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
• Maintain equipment operational efficiency by coordinating maintenance and repair services, adhering to manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures, and requesting specialized services as needed.
• Accurately estimate tooling costs from initial design phase through fabrication.
• Coordinate effectively with machine vendors throughout the entire project lifecycle, from concept and design to fabrication, runoff, and equipment setup.
• Uphold strict adherence to Company policies, procedures, safety and environmental standards, and excellent housekeeping practices.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and repair support to the maintenance team for production equipment.
• Supervise and mentor design engineers, providing technical guidance, reviewing designs, and fostering professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of experience and education (preferred).
• Advanced 3D Design capability, preferably with Autodesk Inventor 2024, with a minimum of 8 years of hands‑on experience.
• Minimum of 5 years designing and maintaining automated assembly machines (e.g., Swanson, Bodine, or similar carousel‑type assembly machines).
• Minimum of 5 years supervisory experience.
• In‑depth knowledge of hydraulic systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of pneumatic systems.
• Exceptional ability to interpret all types of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and complete projects from inception to completion.
• Proficiency in understanding PLC code.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, capable of conveying complex technical information clearly.
• Excellent organizational and computer skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Self‑starter with ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

• Will submit to and pass a drug test pursuant to Company Drug‑Free Workplace Policy.
• Must have correctable vision.
• Must be able to communicate written and verbally.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to travel.
• Must have stamina to work more than scheduled workday when needed, including nights and weekends.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Must be physically present during business hours.

• Safety Orientation
• HAZCOM/Right to Know
• Annual Drug and Alcohol Awareness
• Annual Ethics Refresher
• DOT Job‑Specific / Procedures / Company Security Objectives
• Note:
  
  Due to U.S. Export Control laws and regulations, applicants selected for employment must show proof of U.S. Person status before employment may begin.