Sustaining Engineer I - 1st Shift Job Listing at SIG SAUER in Portsmouth, NH (Job ID 6571bd0e-ac85-46e8-becc-b2d0c2db1f01)

Description

Sustaining Engineer I

1st Shift

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, air guns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,200 employees across twelve locations in three states and is a certified Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.

Position Summary: As a Sustaining Engineer I, you will support the maintenance and improvement of existing products to ensure quality and performance. Your responsibilities include assisting in troubleshooting production issues, implementing design changes, and collaborating with Quality, Operations, and R&D teams. You will help conduct root cause analysis, support value engineering projects, and optimize manufacturing processes. Additionally, you will document engineering changes using SOLIDWORKS and PLM systems, ensuring products meet customer and engineering requirements. 

FLSA: Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in troubleshooting and identifying the root cause for production issues of all firearms products.
• Implement product or assembly improvements, modifications, and design enhancements through drawing and model changes to existing product using SOLIDWORKS and Agile PLM system.
• Participate in the transition of new products from Research and Development to production.
• Track tasks and projects along with Engineering Lead or Supervisor using monday.com boards, spreadsheets and personal notes.
• Execute value engineering efforts.
• Work closely with R&D, Quality Assurance, and Operations teams to coordinate and communicate changes and improvements. Support the teams in ensuring that designs are feasible and optimized for manufacturing.
• Participate in PPI (Product/Process improvement) efforts.
• Review and disposition of non-conforming materials for production. Coordination with operations and manufacturing regarding rework processes as needed.
• Participate in 5s workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline with 0-3 years of previous experience.
• Must be proficient using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint as well as SOLIDWORKS. Familiarity with data analysis programs.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form.
• High level of technical expertise required.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing capabilities of machined, injection molded, MIM (Metal Injection Molded), and stamped components.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Ability to clearly present technical information to non-technical personnel.

Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, and twist, lift and move files.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. Security Mandates.

SIG SAUER, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.