Design Engineer

Walther Manufacturing is looking for a design engineer to assist in the design and development of new products as well as the redesign of existing products. This role is designed as a developmental position with a focus toward becoming a senior design engineer and advancement tied to demonstrated technical proficiency and project ownership/success.

Duties And Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and update 3D models, mechanical drawings, part numbers, and BOMs for new and revised firearm/airgun components and assemblies
Support prototype builds and participates in design verification and validation testing
Maintain engineering documentation in accordance with company ECO/ECN processes
Design products to meet all requirements/specifications
Participate in design reviews, presenting work to senior engineers and stakeholders
Interact with QA & MFG to support new product activities and troubleshoot production issues
Collaborate with MFG to support DFM reviews and production readiness
Collaborate with QA to define critical dimensions, inspection plans, and verification testing
Coordinate as necessary with purchasing, quality, sales, manufacturing, accounting, and marketing teams
Assist with any product related testing
Interface with suppliers under guidance of Senior Engineers to clarify design intent

Qualifications And Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline
Two or more years' experience in design engineering in a manufacturing setting
Proficient in the use of SolidWorks
Working knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5
Exposure to FMEA, Design Verification, and root cause analysis methodologies
Basic understanding of firearms mechanics and function preferred; willingness to develop domain expertise required
Experience with SolidWorks Simulation or equivalent FEA tools is a plus
Basic awareness of regulatory requirements for firearms manufacturing (ATF, ITAR)
Ability to read and interpret documents including reports, specifications, and standards
Ability to communicate complex information both verbally and in writing

As part of our hiring process, Walther Manufacturing requires all candidates to undergo a background check and drug screening. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

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