Manufacturing Equipment Design Engineer

Nammo Defense Systems Inc.

Perry (FL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

401(k) with company match

Employer-paid medical plan

Health Savings Account contributions

Generous time off

Job summary

Nammo Perry is seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Design Engineer to lead the design, integration, and optimization of automated and semi-automated production equipment in Florida. The role focuses on improving throughput, quality, and safety across complex tooling and assembly lines.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage projects from concept through setup, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental standards while delivering reliable equipment for defense programs.

Qualifications

Advanced 3D design capability, preferably Autodesk Inventor 2024.
Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings.
Experience designing automated assembly machines.
Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics systems.
Experience with PLC programming is a plus.
Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate projects for design and fabrication of production equipment.
Evaluate electromechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for yield improvement.
Develop fixtures and machines to meet customer requirements.
Collaborate with Quality and Process Engineers to write procurement scopes.
Assure quality by validating fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.
Keep equipment operational via maintenance and timely repairs.
Estimate tooling costs from design to fabrication.
Coordinate with machine vendors from concept to setup.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards.
Assist maintenance with troubleshooting production equipment.

Skills

3D Design

Reading drawings

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

PLC programming

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Swanson carousel machines

Bodine carousel machines

Job description

Build A Career. Lead With Precision.

Nammo Perry is a center of excellence for the design, development and production of munitions and pyrotechnic products for the U.S. Department of Defense. Nammo employees working at the Florida site manufacture all types of 40mm low and high velocity ammunition; pyrotechnic marking; signaling and tactical illumination devices; battlefield effects training simulators; demolition charges; hand grenade fuzes; and other ammunition components. Additionally, they provide load, assemble, and pack (LAP) services for large caliber direct-fire ammunition.

Build A Career. Lead With Precision.

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

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 Time Off benefits

What You’ll Do: Precision in Action

Plan and coordinate 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 by studying 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 or equivalent combination of experience and work preferable but not required.
Advanced 3D Design capability preferably Autodesk Inventor 2024 with a minimum of 8 years’ experience.
Designing and maintaining automated assembly machines with a minimum of 5 years’ experience. (Swanson, Bodine, or similar carousel type assembly machines)
Knowledge of hydraulics systems.
Knowledge of pneumatics systems.
Ability to interpret all types of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings.
Ability to follow projects through to completion.
Ability to follow PLC code.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Excellent organizational and computer skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Self-starter, ability to work independently to meet specified deadlines.

Our Woking Conditions And Requirements

Must submit to and pass a drug test pursuant to Company Drug-Free Workplace Policy which includes random testing.
Must have good vision. (may be corrected)
Must have no known hearing loss. (may be corrected)
Must be able to stand/walk/sit for prolonged periods of time.
Must be able to travel.
Must have stamina to work more than the scheduled workday when needed, including nights and weekends.
Must be physically present at work during business hours.