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American Outdoor Brands Corporation Senior Product Engineer in Springfield, Massachusetts
PLEASE NOTE - THIS POSITION IS BASED IN SPRINGFIELD, MA
Since 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.
BENEFITS
Health, Dental & Vision
Prescription Drug Coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Group Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Investment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown
Tuition Assistance Program
Employee Product Discounts
Service Awards
Perform Engineering tasks either as the administrator of a small project requiring standardized course of action, or as the administrator of an assigned segment of a larger project. Projects consist of solving production design problems and developing new models and meeting project deadlines as outlined by the Project Management Team. Requires strict compliance with all Company policies as defined by the Executive Management Team, as well as adherence to the Company's Quality manual and ISO Policy, and conducting business with ethical business practices at all times.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Creating SolidWorks solid models, assembly models, and detailed drawings
Performing Finite Element Analyses and mechanism simulation, kinematic simulation, linear stress analysis, and transient thermal analysis
Working to define product requirements and improvements
Designing novel mechanisms to suit requirements for new product offerings
Performing design layouts to validate design before creation of prototypes
Leading testing exercises to validate new product designs and product improvements
Working with machine shop to create prototypes of new components
Working with support staff (draftsman and technicians) to complete project activities
Working within product team to update business activity status
Providing a flexible resource to aid in the process engineering portion of product development
Problem solving in a disciplined, organized manner, and documenting findings
Understanding the needs of the team, and working in a manner that facilitates teamwork
Other duties may be assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Minimum of 4 years' experience in a Product Development role with a demonstrated track record for:
Establishing product design with an eye toward manufacturing processes to assure quality and cost objectives are consistently achieved.
Insuring tools, gauges, fixtures, equipment, routings and CNC programs are fully defined, documented and implemented.
Making engineering prototypes samples for testing.
Experience in the Firearms industry preferred
Strong communication, presentation & organizational skills
Experience with SolidWorks CAD software, or other major solid modeling software
Exceptional customer service skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently & autonomously
Ability to travel to support development
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Good command of the English language, demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication skills
COMPUTER SKILLS:
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook)
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Complete all necessary training as required by assigned department and position
Participate in and follow all company initiatives
Participate in continuous improvement projects (Kaizen events, 5S, etc.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Continuous: sitting
Occasional: walking, standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching, fine and gross upper body motor movement.
Occasional lift: 0 to 30 pounds
NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Safety glasses with side shields when on factory floor
The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear
All employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasks
May be required depending on position:
Annual vision update in Medical Department
Involvement in the hearing conservation program
Involvement in the lead surveillance program
Wearing of safety certified shoes/boots
Participation in the stretching program
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Normal office environment conditions
Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting
Work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting
Revised 10/10/2022
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