JOB TITLE: Product Development Engineer I
JOB SUMMARY
The Product Development Engineer I is responsible for the design and development of new products (firearms & accessories), as well as improvements and support to existing products. This person participates, in varying capacities, in all phases of product development, including building and testing prototypes, sourcing/purchasing, quality control, manufacturing engineering, and marketing. The product development engineer is an integral part of a multifunctional team that helps ensure success of a product throughout its entire life cycle.
REQUIRED SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with 3D modeling and 2D drawing creation with CAD software (SolidWorks, Siemens NX, CREO, CATIA, etc.).
- Experience with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (“GD&T”) per ASME Y14.5.
- Familiarity with firearms and the ability to work with firearms in a safe manner.
- Effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
PREFERED SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS
- SolidWorks experience preferred.
- Previous experience in product development or design engineering preferred.
- Experience with the practical use of quality inspection equipment and measurement tools preferred.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is preferred; however, relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
CORE DUTIES
- Design and develop 3D models and 2D drawings in support of new and existing products.
- Provide input/ideas for new products.
- Plan, conduct, and document hands-on testing of products.
- Troubleshoot and create solutions for production issues.
- Work closely with Quality team to gather and analyze inspection data.
- Design assembly fixtures/gauges.
- Create standardized work instructions for assembly processes.
- Generate technical content for use in creation of user manuals and similar documentation.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
HOURS
- “4x10 schedule” working Monday through Thursday, 7:00am – 5:30pm. Occasional work outside these hours may be required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
The selected candidate will be required to pass a background and drug screen. The potential candidate must also meet ATF requirements for Firearm possession.
BENEFITS:
- 3 Traditional health insurance plans and 2 basic coverage plans to choose from
- Employer contribution on healthcare plans
- 401k with company match
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Supplemental insurances including: accident, cancer, critical illness, and hospital plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- Short term and long term disability
- Company paid Life, Accident, Death and Dismemberment insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Employee discounts on company products
- 9 holidays and 1 floating holiday, with Veteran's Day paid double for employees with their DD214 on file
Diamondback America does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in providing services or employment opportunities and benefits. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national