Design Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer will primarily focus on manufacturing prototype components. Additionally, they will develop and implement optimal, cost‑effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. The position will recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods and controls. It will also coordinate manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Priorities include process improvement, problem resolution, project management and employee training.

Pay Range: $68,000-$105,000

Essential duties include the following—other duties may be assigned:

• Manufacture prototype parts to assist in new product development
• Perform research, design and development of manufacturing processes, including production flow, assembly methods and production equipment.
• Must be able to understand and interpret complex part drawings and understand product design intent.
• Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products, including establishing goals, training team members and evaluating results.
• Use appropriate project management techniques to insure tools, gauges, fixtures, equipment, routings and CMM/CNC programs are fully defined, documented and implemented.
• Design, develop, test or source and cost‑justify various tools, machinery and equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
• Perform product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement and efficiency improvement.
• Manage and maintain the accuracy of the S&W manufacturing routing database including operation sequence and description, labor hours, set‑up and changeover times and machine cycle times as well as appropriate work instructions where applicable.
• Work effectively with external technical support, and continuously train internal staff.
• Represent manufacturing on cross‑functional teams.
• Be able to work in a team environment.
• Work with minimal supervision, establish priority and meet scheduled completion dates.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Experience, Competencies and Education
• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (BSME) or equivalent and 1‑5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably in the firearms industry, and a strong understanding of lean principles)
• Experience with MAZAK Integrex platform preferred
• Experience with MAZATROL Controller preferred
• Experience with PCDMS CMM programming preferred
• Experience with Solidworks preferred
• Experience in addressing needs and concerns of shop personnel in a manufacturing environment and reflecting a background of good customer service skills
• Language Skills
• Must have working command of the English language
• Must be able to read, write and interpret the English language
• Must be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (verbal instructions, written memos and instructions)
• Computer Skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Power Point
• Solid Works and knowledge a plus
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• None

• Complete all necessary training as required by assigned department and position
• Participate in and follow all company initiatives
• Participate in continuous improvement projects (Kaizen events, 5S, etc)

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, push, pull, carry, reach, twist
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

• Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on factory floor
• The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear
• All employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks

• Normal office environment conditions
• Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting
• Work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting