Lead Equipment Design Engineer – Manufacturing

Nammo Energetics; Perry (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

401(k) with company match

Employer-paid medical plan

HSA contributions

Generous PTO and holidays

On-site 10-hour days Mon-Thu

Job summary

Nammo Energetics in Perry, FL is seeking a Mechanical Manufacturing Equipment Engineer to design, build, and improve automated production equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, fixtures, and tooling. This on-site role requires some travel and hands-on leadership in projects to meet production and safety standards.

You will plan and execute equipment projects, evaluate existing systems for yield improvement, and collaborate across teams to procure new equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Advanced 3D design capability is essential.
• Experience designing and maintaining automated assembly machines.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics systems and schematics.
• Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings.
• Ability to follow projects through to completion and read PLC code.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute projects for production equipment design and fabrication.
• Evaluate mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems for yield and throughput improvements.
• Develop fixtures and machines per customer requirements.
• Collaborate with Quality, Process, and other teams to obtain requirements for procurement of new equipment.
• Ensure system and product quality by confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
• Maintain equipment by coordinating maintenance and repairs per guidelines.

Skills

3D design

Automated assembly

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Drawings & schematics

PLC basics

Communication

Organizational

Microsoft Office

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Dedication. Precision. Care. Join The Team That Lives It Every Day.

We're hiring a mechanical Manufacturing Equipment Engineer to design, build, and improve automated and semi-automated production equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, fixtures, and tooling. Onsite in Perry, FL with occasional travel.

Nammo Energetics (NEI) is the division of Nammo Group responsible for the establishment of a solid rocket motor manufacturing facility located in Perry, Florida adjacent to the existing Nammo Perry Inc facility. NEI will oversee the design, construction, qualification, and personnel staffing for the facility which targets initial production in 2027.

The Design Engineer will assist in maintaining and troubleshooting issues with our automated and semi-automated equipment. This person will make improvements to equipment to insure we efficiently meet our production, quality, and safety requirements.

This position is on-site at the Nammo Energetics Office in Downtown, Perry, Florida and requires some travel to Raufoss, Norway within the first 12-18 months.

Unique Benefits Designed with Care:

• Monday - Thursday work week working 10-hour days
• Relocation assistance provided
• 401(K) with a 6% company match
• 100% Employer-Paid Employee Only Medical Plan Option
• Employer Health Saving Account Contributions
• Generous PTO + and nine paid holidays

What You'll Do: Precision in Action

• Plan and execute special projects, including design and fabrication of production equipment (automated and semi-automated assembly and secondary machines, etc.), material selection and tooling requirements
• Evaluate existing mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems for improved yield and throughput.
• Develop mechanical/electromechanical fixtures and machines adhering to customer requirements.
• Collaborate with Quality and Process Engineers, and other departments to obtain necessary requirements for writing detailed scopes for the procurement of new equipment.
• Assures system and product quality by confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
• Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special services.
• Estimate tooling cost from design through fabrication.
• Coordinate with machine vendor through concept, design, fabrication, runoff and setup of equipment.
• Maintain adherence to Company policies and procedures, safety and environmental standards, and good housekeeping practices
• Assist maintenance with troubleshooting and repairing production equipment.
• Other duties as assigned

What Dedicated Teammates Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 5 years work experience or 15 years work experience in equivalent position.
• Advanced 3D Design capability
• Designing and maintaining automated assembly machines
• Knowledge of hydraulics systems, drawings, hydraulic schematics
• Knowledge of pneumatics systems, drawings, and schematics
• Ability to interpret all types of mechanical, electrical and pneumatic drawings
• Ability to follow projects through to completion
• Ability to follow and understand basic PLC code
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Excellent organizational and computer skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, ability to work independently to meet specified deadlines

Our Working Conditions and Requirements

• Must submit to and pass a drug test pursuant to Company Drug-Free Workplace Policy
• Must be able to obtain BATF approval to work with our products.
• Must have good vision (may be corrected)
• Must be able to communicate written and verbally
• Must be able to travel.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and sit for prolonged periods of time, and be able to lift up to 20 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to work outside of the standard work schedule, including nights and weekends.

Our values are the fundamental principles guiding the way we do business and interact with stakeholders.

DEDICATION:We are enthusiastic and creative, always searching for the best solutions.

PRECISION:We are reliable and accurate in our technology, processes and business.

CARE:We are inclusive and open-minded, always encouraging team spirit and cooperation.

Nammo and its subsidiaries provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Note: Due to US Export Control laws and regulations; applicants selected for employment must show proof of a U.S. Person status before employment may begin.