Mechanical Equipment Design Engineer

Nammo Defense Systems, Inc Career Center; Perry (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

401(k) with company match

Employee-only medical plan

Employer HSA contributions

Generous PTO and holidays

4-day work week

Job summary

Nammo Energetics Inc. in Perry, Florida, is expanding its solid rocket motor manufacturing facility.

We seek a hands-on engineering leader to design and develop manufacturing equipment and tooling, lead equipment projects end-to-end, and collaborate with automation, fabrication, and production teams to scale a new facility. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in related design/automation, strong 3D CAD skills, hydraulics/pneumatics knowledge, and proven project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical equipment design, manufacturing engineering, or automation systems.
• Experience designing production equipment, fixtures, tooling, or automated machinery.
• Strong 3D CAD design capability.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings and schematics.
• Experience managing projects from concept through implementation.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently in a growing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve automated and semi-automated production equipment.
• Create mechanical and electromechanical fixtures, tooling, and machine systems.
• Support hydraulic and pneumatic system design and integration.
• Develop detailed mechanical drawings and 3D models.
• Manage projects from concept, design, fabrication, installation, and startup.
• Coordinate with machine vendors and fabrication partners.
• Assist in defining technical scopes and equipment specifications.
• Support equipment validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Drive process and equipment improvements to support production, quality, and safety goals.

Skills

3D CAD

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Project management

Engineering leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field

Job description

Build the Future of U.S. Rocket Motor Manufacturing

Nammo Energetics Inc. (NEI) is responsible for the establishment of a new solid rocket motor manufacturing facility in Perry, Florida. NEI oversees the design, construction, qualification, and staffing of this next-generation facility supporting critical defense programs.

At Nammo, we’re looking for a hands‑on engineering leader who wants to help design and develop the equipment that will power production from the ground up. This is not a traditional engineering role.

This is an opportunity to:

• Design custom manufacturing equipment and tooling
• Lead equipment projects from concept through installation
• Work directly with automation, fabrication, and production teams
• Influence how a brand-new facility operates
• Opportunity to travel, including Norway
• Ground‑floor opportunity supporting a major U.S. manufacturing expansion
• Join a growing organization with high visibility and long‑term career growth

You must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

Unique Benefits Designed with Care

• 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday, 10‑hour days)
• Relocation assistance provided
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• 100% employer‑paid employee‑only medical plan option
• Employer HSA contributions
• Generous PTO and paid holidays

What You’ll Do: Precision in Action

Design & Develop Manufacturing Equipment

• Design, develop, and improve automated and semi‑automated production equipment
• Create mechanical and electromechanical fixtures, tooling, and machine systems
• Support hydraulic and pneumatic system design and integration
• Develop detailed mechanical drawings and 3D models

Lead Equipment Projects

• Manage projects from concept, design, fabrication, installation, and startup
• Coordinate with machine vendors and fabrication partners
• Assist in defining technical scopes and equipment specifications
• Support equipment validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts

Improve Manufacturing Performance

• Evaluate equipment performance, throughput, reliability, and yield
• Drive process and equipment improvements to support production, quality, and safety goals
• Partner closely with Quality, Process Engineering, Manufacturing, and Maintenance teams

Support Facility Growth

• Help establish manufacturing capabilities for a new solid rocket motor production facility targeted for initial production in 2027
• Assist in building scalable systems and equipment standards for long‑term growth

What Dedicated Teammates Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical equipment design, manufacturing engineering, or automation systems
• Experience designing production equipment, fixtures, tooling, or automated machinery
• Strong 3D CAD design capability
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings and schematics
• Experience managing projects from concept through implementation
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Self‑starter mindset with the ability to work independently in a growing environment

Preferred Experience

• Automated assembly equipment
• Manufacturing startup or expansion projects
• PLC familiarity or ability to work alongside controls engineers
• Industrial automation or electromechanical systems
• Vendor management and equipment commissioning

Our Woking Conditions and Requirements

• Must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
• Must be able to obtain BATF approval to work with regulated products
• Ability to support manufacturing operations outside standard hours when needed
• Must comply with all company safety policies and procedures, including drug‑free workplace requirements.
• Must be able to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout manufacturing facilities for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Must be able to work in environments that may include exposure to noise, fumes, dust, and varying temperatures within OSHA accepted standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally.
• Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and communication abilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as required.