Product Design Engineer

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Bonus

Health benefits

Life and Retirement benefits

401k match

Paid Time Off

Relocation assistance

Casual work environment

Job summary

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. seeks a Product Design Engineer to drive new product development, line extensions, sustaining engineering, and cost reduction.

You will design robust, manufacturable components using SolidWorks, apply GD&T, and analyze tolerances to ensure quality and manufacturability. The role collaborates with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain, leading DFMEA and DFMA initiatives while supporting prototypes, testing, and supplier engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years in manufacturing or R&D environment.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and MS Office tools.
• Strong GD&T and tolerance analysis skills (CETOL preferred).
• Experience with DFMA, DFMEA, BOM management (Oracle preferred).
• Lifecycle product support from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Design line extensions and derivative configurations from concept to production release.
• Create 3D models and 2D drawings per standards; apply GD&T.
• Conduct tolerance stack-ups and variation analysis.
• Develop predictive models for mechanical motion; perform DFMEA activities.
• Lead DFMA initiatives to improve cost, quality, and throughput.
• Support sustaining engineering and corrective actions with cross‑functional teams.
• Manage changes in PDM/ERP systems; document revisions and specs.

Skills

Solid modeling

GD&T

DFMA

DFMEA

Tolerance analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Manufacturing mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CETOL

Oracle ERP

PDM

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

**Job Description:**We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented **Product Design Engineer** to support new product development, derivative and line extension product initiatives, sustaining engineering, and cost reduction efforts. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise and hands-on experience in product design within a manufacturing environment. This role works cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to develop robust, manufacturable, and cost-effective designs, supporting products from concept through production and continuous improvement.**Key Responsibilities:*** Design and develop line extension and derivative configurations from concept through production release.* Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks in accordance with company standards.* Apply GD&T principles to ensure functional, manufacturable, and inspectable designs.* Conduct tolerance stack-ups and variation analysis using CETOL or similar tools.* Develop predictive mathematical models for simulating various aspects of mechanical motion.* Lead and participate in Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) activities.* Drive Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) initiatives to optimize cost, quality, and throughput.* Support sustaining engineering efforts including design updates, issue resolution, and continuous improvement.* Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve production issues and implement corrective actions.* Manage engineering changes through PDM and ERP systems (e.g., Oracle), ensuring proper documentation and revision control.* Develop and maintain engineering documentation including specifications, test plans, and reports.* Support prototype builds, testing, and validation activities.* Interface with suppliers to support design development and cost reduction initiatives.**Required Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related equivalent technical discipline.* 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or R&D environment.* Must be proficient in SolidWorks as well as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.* Strong understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5-2009) and tolerance analysis (CETOL preferred).* Experience with DFMA and FMEA methodologies.* Familiarity with Bill of Material (BOM) management in ERP systems (Oracle preferred).* Experience supporting products through full lifecycle (concept to production).* Strong problem-solving, communication (written and verbal), and organizational skills.* Self-motivated and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.* Commitment to continuous improvement* Good judgment/decision-making skills**Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience in firearms or regulated manufacturing environments.* Knowledge of manufacturing capabilities of machined, injection molded, MIM (Metal Injection Molded), and stamped components.* Spring design experience* Experience performing moderately complex analyses such as kinematic/dynamic motion and FEA.* Experience with cost reduction and value engineering initiatives.* Exposure to product testing and validation processes.**Additional Requirements:*** Must be able to successfully pass a drug and background screen.* Must be eligible to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship now and in the future.**Salary:*** D.O.E. – please include your salary requirements with your resume.**Additional benefits to becoming a member of our team:*** Competitive compensation package including competitive salary, profit sharing, and bonus* Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision* Life and Retirement benefits, including 401k match, discretionary supplemental 401k contribution, basic and supplemental life options, as well as short- and long-term disability plans* Paid Time Off (PTO)* Relocation Assistance is available for the right candidate who is willing to relocate.* Casual work environment