Product Engineer I

Primary Arms

Pearland, TX

Expired: April 03, 2024 Applications are no longer accepted.

Full-Time

Reports To
Director of Engineering, PAO

Job Overview

The primary responsibilities of the Engineer I are to support director of engineering and manufacturing engineer in research, design, manufacturing, and assembly of new products.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Supports product engineers in the research, design, and develop of new products
Under Senior Design Engineer direction designs and evaluates new product using Solidworks
Under Senior Design Engineer direction evaluates and improves existing products using Solidworks
Under Manufacturing Engineer direction design tooling, fixturing, processes and flow for all aspects of the electro optic assembly process.
Creates and interprets detailed engineering drawings per ANSI drafting standards
Designs fixturing and tooling for assembly and inspection processes
Creates and controls QC and Assembly workflow to be efficient and precise
Creates and controls Engineering, QC and Assembly documents
Manages and calibrates inspection equipment and procedures
Performs root cause analysis of product issues and deviations
Clearly and effectively communicates product changes, deviations, and improvements to vendors
Trouble shoots and resolves product issues as they arise
Maintains and organizes engineering drawings and documents
Develops and maintains relationships with external vendors whose products or services will be needed
Provides technical support to manufacturing, purchasing, marketing, and vendors
Manages tools, equipment, samples, and prototypes to maintain a nicely organized work environment
Perform other related duties, as needed, within the Primary Arms Optics Division

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree of Science in Mechanical/ Manufacturing Engineering
1-3 years' experience in the firearms and/or optics industry (Relevant hobby experience considered)
Understanding of different manufacturing processes including, milling, turning, molding, casting, etc.
Knowledge of different material sciences and different material coatings
Skillful command of modeling and drafting using Solidworks software
Experienced in the application and interpretation of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) as well as tolerance stack analysis
A passion for firearms and optics
Experience with dimensional and optical inspection equipment.
Must have the willingness and passion to learn, ask questions and grow in the optics/firearms industry.
Motivated and self-starter with the desire to change, create and improve all aspects of product development.
Takes personal responsibility for projects and tasks, with the ability to overcome obstacles and challenges.
Skillful in getting projects and tasks all the way from concept to completion.
The ability to think outside of the box and implement unique solutions to complex problems.
Ability to multi-task, overseeing multiple projects and tasks at once
Strong social skills (including ability to establish strong relationships with supplier and PA team members)
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Have strong organizational skills
Must be detailed oriented
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Excellent work ethic and professionalism
Team Player - Must have a "We" attitude and "Yes can-do" attitude in the workplace
Willing to travel internationally and domestically for up to 15%