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Fairfield Chair

PD Pattern Maker

Lenoir, NC · On-site

... * Assist in documenting spec sheets for parts and materials (springs, webbing, poly, etc ... Must be able to read details or CAD drawings. * Train associates on how to build new styles when ...

Gumloop

Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

You'll own key user-facing surfaces from early concept through final implementation, using strong ... You'll also help evolve our design system and establish reusable patterns that make the product ...

Tessera Labs

Design Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$179K - $250K/yr

Establish and uphold design patterns across the platform: define conventions, keep them consistent across products and surfaces, and evolve them as needs change. * Keep the system ahead of the ...

Jinba

Founding Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$100K - $250K/yr

Design and build Jinba's design system: components, tokens, patterns, and documentation * Own UI/UX for core product surfaces, from concept through implementation * Create motion design that guides ...

Rillet

Design Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

They internalize a mission, design a strategy, and bring back results that are better, faster, and ... core surfaces like the launchpad, side nav, login, navigation patterns, empty states, tables ...

OpenAI

Researcher, Alignment Training

San Francisco, CA · On-site

... surface pattern. Qualifications : Required : • Exceptional technical depth in large-scale model ... design interventions. • Experience in building pipelines and running experiments. • Strong ...

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PE-Duty Gear - R&D Design Technician-DGM Pattern Maker

PE-Duty Gear - R&D Design Technician-DGM Pattern Maker

safariland

Jacksonville, FL

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Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

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Job description

Overview

Safariland is looking for a self-motivated, creative and detail-oriented R&D Design Technician to join our Engineering and Product Development teams.  The position works closely with Product Design Engineers, other R&D and CNC Technicians to develop new products for military, law enforcement and commercial applications.  The role will be responsible for new pattern design, fabrication, prototype assembly and testing of thermoform holsters and related firearm accessories.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design new 2D patterns using laminated materials such as Kydex, Boltaron, Cordura and suede.
  • Using internal forming practices and equipment, transform 2D patterns into conceptual 3D thermoformed holster designs.
  • Construct holster test samples by installing secondary components using hand, pneumatic or other assembly tools.
  • Work with Product Design Engineers to test initial samples, alter pattern and tooling designs or forming process to refine the prototype into a finished product design.
  • Perform fit checks of guns and holster combinations.
  • Design and produce forming stands, inserts, plates, pins or other production tool and assembly aides using mills, lathes, saws or other fabrication machinery.
  • Support Manufacturing Engineering handoff and Production implementation.
  • Fabricate additional preproduction Engineering samples to support Customer, Marketing or other product launch needs.
  • Assist in creation of Bill of Materials and reviews for completeness and accuracy.
  • Assures physical or digital file documentation, samples and development tools are stored in an organized manner.

Skills & Knowledge 

  • Experience with holster design, laminate manufacturing process, materials and construction is ideal.
  • Familiarity with handguns, accessories, their identification and operation is preferred.
  • Comfortable using hand tools and small power tools on a daily basis.
  • Experience in fabrication with milling, lathe, grinder or bandsaw machines.
  • Familiarity with proper use and handling of adhesives or solvents
  • TIG welding or vacuum forming experience is a plus
  • Basic CAD, CNC Router and Laser Engraving experience is a bonus

Requirements 

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • 2+ years of pattern making, design or manufacturing experience with thermoforming process fabrication is preferred.
  • Excellent mechanical aptitude and creative drive.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work constructively with others
  • Basic proficiency in spoken and written English
  • Familiarity with Microsoft productivity tools (Work, Excel Outlook)

Management/Supervisory Responsibilities

  • The role reports to Engineering department Manager or Supervisor.
  • The role of the R&D Design Technician does not have supervisory or people management responsibilities

Schedule/Location

  • Full time position, Monday-Friday.
  • Some 8-hour schedule flexibility is available, between 6am and 6pm.
  • Occasional overtime opportunities available, rarely required.
  • This is not a hybrid or remote position.
  • Role requires on site attendance in a light manufacturing environment.

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