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SIG Sauer

Design Engineer II

Jacksonville, AR · On-site

Design Engineer II SIG SAUER, Inc . is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro ... contracts and product development desired. * Firearms and sports optics experience along with a ...

SigSauer

Design Engineer II

Jacksonville, AR

Design Engineer II SIG SAUER, Inc . is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro ... contracts and product development desired. * Firearms and sports optics experience along with a ...

CEI

OSP Design Engineer

Little Rock, AR

$70 - $75/hr

OSP Design Engineer Location: Little Rock, AR Contract: W2 only, 12 month contract with potential for extension or conversion to full time with either the client or CEI Pay: $70-$75/hour + optional ...

Vinci

Design Manager

England, AR · On-site

Encourage engineering innovation and value engineering during the design and construction process ... Understand NEC and other relevant contract types. * Manage the design programme, design scope ...

Actalent

CAD Technician

Little Rock, AR

$20 - $30/hr

Job Title: CAD Technician The CAD Technician prepares high-quality engineering drawings using ... engineering firm of approximately 25 employees. The company offers a 12-month contract-to-hire ...

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A Contract Design Engineer is a professional who designs and develops products, systems, or components on a temporary or project-based contract. They typically work for multiple companies or clients, applying engineering principles to create efficient and functional designs. Responsibilities may include CAD modeling, prototyping, and collaborating with teams to meet project requirements. Contract roles offer flexibility and varied experience but may require frequent job searching.

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Design Engineer II

SIG Sauer

Jacksonville, AR • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Design Engineer II
SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER employs people across various U.S. locations, and global facilities across multiple regions. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: www.sigsauer.com
Position Summary: The Design Engineer II is responsible for developing moderately complex components for new products and associated equipment, as well as design improvements for legacy products. Responsibilities also include exercising sound engineering judgement and presenting analysis summaries which support design decisions. The mid-level Design Engineer II will be attentive to detail in completing tasks assigned by the Engineering Manager with limited guidance needed. The Design Engineer II and Sr. positions will work both independently and in a team environment with Designers, other Design Engineers, NPI Managers, Ballistics Technicians, Manufacturing, Quality and outside vendors.
FLSA: Exempt
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Create innovative ammunition design solutions and equipment as required. Take new product concepts through all aspects of the product development cycle and initial manufacturing, ultimately resulting in a producible and innovative product.
  • Manage multiple design projects of increased complexity in a fast-paced development cycle.
  • Interface with Marketing and customers to understand and document development requirements encompassing all trade channels of the business such as commercial, law enforcement, international, and military.
  • Construct design models and work with complex assemblies in 3D CAD, preferably using SolidWorks.
  • Create design drawings, supervise drafting activities, review, and approve engineering drawings, with limited guidance.
  • Maintain standards for technical drawings, internal specifications, and related engineering documentation.
  • Work with NPI Management and Supply Chain to select manufacturing technologies and vendors.
  • Support Sales and Product Management by troubleshooting and resolving field issues, with limited guidance.
  • Identify Quality Assurance requirements for new products and make improvements to existing products. Investigate and solve problems in cooperation with the Quality and Operations departments.
  • Coordinate prototype build, material testing, and ballistic evaluation, with limited guidance.
  • Engage in and actively volunteer for general Continuous Improvement projects/tasks, as well as those related to technical information, analytical methods, design practices, and other R&D activities.
  • Miscellaneous duties as assigned.
  • Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
  • Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures. Follow safe firearms handling practices, and all range safety procedures when in the range area. Abide by all safety precautions applicable to energetics areas.

Education/Experience & Skills:
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Chemical or Aeronautical Engineering required, and 3-6 years of related design experience with small or medium caliber ammunition/ordinance is strongly preferred. 2 years minimum experience with defense contracts and product development desired.
  • Firearms and sports optics experience along with a knowledge of the shooting sports industry strongly preferred. Passion for ammunition reloading, shooting, and/or hunting highly desired.
  • Proficient using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
  • 3D CAD modeling experience required; SolidWorks, MATLAB and LabVIEW preferred.
  • Must be detail oriented and have a solid understanding of ASME Y14.5 standards including GD&T. Able to identify drafting errors and less than optimal dimensioning and tolerancing schemes during drawing review. Possess an understanding of tolerance stack requirements and results including statistical elements.
  • Foundational knowledge of metal forming methods including machining, stamping/drawing, and cold heading is preferred.
  • Experience with tight tolerance tool design and high-speed parts handling.
  • Creative thinking ability, proficiency with CAD software, and exterior ballistics programs.
  • Organization of documentation and record keeping is kept to a high standard; quality of work is very high.
  • Basic understanding of Agile, Oracle, and collaborative tools for time and project management.

  • Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form. Clear and concise written and verbal communication of complicated subjects is required.
  • Basic understanding of ITAR, EAR, OSHA, DOT explosive classifications, and ATF regulations.
  • Basic understanding with ANSI, ASTM, NATO, CIP, SAAMI, and in various military standards.
  • Able to work in a team, lead, plan, and execute.
  • Possess practical experience with mechanical assembly techniques. Able to define problems, collect data using tools such as HSV, establish facts, and propose viable solutions to issues.

Working Conditions:
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
  • Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, and twist, lift and move files.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
  • Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. Security Mandates.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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