Mechanical Design Engineer - Equipment

Nammo Energetics Inc. (NEI) is responsible for the establishment of a new solid rocket motor manufacturing facility in Perry, Florida. NEI oversees the design, construction, qualification, and staffing of this next-generation facility supporting critical defense programs.

At Nammo, we’re looking for a hands‑on engineering leader who wants to help design and develop the equipment that will power production from the ground up. This is not a traditional engineering role.

This is an opportunity to:

• Design custom manufacturing equipment and tooling
• Lead equipment projects from concept through installation
• Work directly with automation, fabrication, and production teams
• Influence how a brand-new facility operates
• Opportunity to travel, including Norway
• Ground-floor opportunity supporting a major U.S. manufacturing expansion
• Join a growing organization with high visibility and long-term career growth

If you thrive in fast‑paced manufacturing environments, enjoy solving complex mechanical challenges, and want ownership over impactful projects, we want to hear from you.

You must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

• 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday, 10-hour days)
• Relocation assistance provided
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• 100% employer-paid employee-only medical plan option
• Employer HSA contributions
• Generous PTO and paid holidays

Design & Develop Manufacturing Equipment

• Design, develop, and improve automated and semi-automated production equipment
• Create mechanical and electromechanical fixtures, tooling, and machine systems
• Support hydraulic and pneumatic system design and integration
• Develop detailed mechanical drawings and 3D models

Lead Equipment Projects

• Manage projects from concept, design, fabrication, installation, and startup
• Coordinate with machine vendors and fabrication partners
• Assist in defining technical scopes and equipment specifications
• Support equipment validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts

Improve Manufacturing Performance

• Evaluate equipment performance, throughput, reliability, and yield
• Drive process and equipment improvements to support production, quality, and safety goals
• Partner closely with Quality, Process Engineering, Manufacturing, and Maintenance teams

Support Facility Growth

• Help establish manufacturing capabilities for a new solid rocket motor production facility targeted for initial production in 2027
• Assist in building scalable systems and equipment standards for long-term growth

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical equipment design, manufacturing engineering, or automation systems
• Experience designing production equipment, fixtures, tooling, or automated machinery
• Strong 3D CAD design capability
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings and schematics
• Experience managing projects from concept through implementation
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently in a growing environment

• Automated assembly equipment
• Manufacturing startup or expansion projects
• PLC familiarity or ability to work alongside controls engineers
• Industrial automation or electromechanical systems
• Vendor management and equipment commissioning

• Must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
• Must be able to obtain BATF approval to work with regulated products
• Ability to support manufacturing operations outside standard…