Design Engineer

Headquartered in Westfield, Massachusetts, with a location in Lakefield, Ontario, Savage has been producing firearms for more than 125 years. Savage is one of the world's largest manufacturers of hunting, competition and targeting shooting centerfire and rimfire rifles, and shotguns. Our firearms are best known for accuracy, performance and innovation. The entrepreneurial spirit that originally defined the company is still evident in its ongoing focus on continuous innovation, craftsmanship, quality and service. Learn more at www.savagearms.com.

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PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION

The design engineer is responsible for design conception, development, analysis, testing, and creation of the technical data package for new firearm products for production. The design engineer will support product line extensions and design improvements for performance and cost to existing products. The design engineer is responsible for technical guidance and support for all functional business areas. The design engineer will support the business through engineering by providing innovative products that are strategic to the business and deliver the performance expected by our customers. Savage engineering is guided by our core values of leadership, trust, ownership, engagement, innovation, and sense of urgency. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• 3-5 years firearms design experience
• Proficient in SolidWorks modeling, industry standard drawing practices, and skilled in the application of GD&T.
• Strong understanding of typical manufacturing processes related to firearms; coatings, machining, injection molding, MIM, castings, extrusions, etc.
• Understanding and application of engineering analysis tools such as FMEA, DFMA, FEA, mechanical, and tolerancing

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to organize and manage time efficiently; self-starter, self-motivated, and multi-task orientated 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, good presentation and interpersonal skills
• Assist engineers, provide direction, and/or lead engineering projects with varying degrees of complexity in support of department and strategic business goals, the Product Development Process and customers 
• Interact with Product Management, Project Management, Marketing, Sales, Customer Service, Operations, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain and external customers for design, development, project support, and technical support
• Responsible for conception of new ideas, product development, and qualification from market definition to production release
• Support qualification of suppliers for new products to ensure suppliers deliver quality parts, materials, and services for new or improved designs
• Conduct feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs
• Direct and support detailed design, testing, prototype fabrication, industrialization efforts, and initial production ramps 
• Provide all documentation in accordance with department standards and the Product Development Process
• Provide all required documentation including, but not limited to, solid models, drawings, product specifications, test plans, test reports, and project updates  
• Improve, and revise product designs; initiate, document and coordinate changes across the business 
• Act in compliance with industry and company technical requirements, standards, policies, and procedures
• Assist with strategic department goals and projects, and drive continuous improvement efforts within the engineering department
• Develop bills of materials, routings, and engineering specifications

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

• Project management experience or advanced degree
• Customer focused: internally and externally
• Understanding and application of lean manufacturing principles
• Competencies: Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork, Innovation
• Problem Solver: generates ideas and solutions
• Resourceful with strong planning and organizational skills
• Positive attitude with a sincere focus on team

Savage Arms is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.