Product Development Engineer

1 week ago


Springfield, Illinois, United States Smith and Wesson Full time
Job Title: Product Engineer I

Join Smith & Wesson, a leading manufacturer of firearms, in our Springfield, MA facility. We are seeking a highly skilled Product Engineer I to contribute to the development of innovative products.

Job Summary:

The Product Engineer I will be responsible for designing and developing new products, improving existing ones, and ensuring compliance with company policies and quality standards. This role requires strong technical skills, excellent communication, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop new products, including solid models, assembly models, and detail drawings.
  • Perform finite element analyses, mechanism simulation, kinematic simulation, linear stress analysis, and transient thermal analysis.
  • Collaborate with the project management team to meet project deadlines and ensure quality standards.
  • Work with the machine shop to create prototypes of new components.
  • Lead testing exercises to validate new product designs and product improvements.
  • Provide a flexible resource to aid in the process engineering portion of product development.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, Master's degree preferred.
  • 1-3 years of experience in a Product Development role with a demonstrated track record for establishing product design with an eye toward manufacturing processes to assure quality and cost objectives are consistently achieved.
  • Experience in the Firearms industry preferred.
Competencies and Skills:
  • Good command of the English language demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
  • Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Experience with SolidWorks CAD software, or other major Solid Modeling software.
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and autonomously.
  • Ability to train, advise, and assist less experienced professionals.
  • Ability to travel to support development.
Work Environment:

Employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. The work environment is similar to most manufacturing operations and may include exposure to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection are required when on the manufacturing floor. Additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when completing job tasks in or around assigned departments or other departments.



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