Springfield is accepting applications for a Design Engineer assigned to our Engineering Department to support research and development (R&D).Responsibilities include but are not limited to:• Accountable for completing assigned project work.• Works with R&D gunsmiths to document technical data to support creative process and establish department records of practical design.• Calculates dimensions, sketches ideas, designs mockups, and creates CAD Files.• Works with purchasing and internal R&D to implement prototyping strategies to move design to product.• Ensures accuracy of product spec sheets through participation in review processes.• Utilizes company document control practices and improves utility.• Works intra-departmentally to facilitate manufacturing process.• Manages product data for new parts.• Supports new product development planning and generates CAD as directed.• Conducts design reviews on new products.• Evaluates Intellectual Property (IP) considerations on new products.• Participates in testing protocols as required.• Develops DFMEAs as directed.• Coordinates reverse engineering as necessary.• Cognizant of government regulations that effect the design and distribution of new product as they impact design and production.Requirements:Requires a Mechanical Engineering degree from an accredited institution. Demonstrated work history includes proficiency and experience with firearms in addition to organizational aptitude and engineering discipline.Required skills include:• Strong understanding of SOLIDWORKS as its usage for planning, ideation, modeling, assessment, prototyping, and project management.• Metrology and metrology equipment expertise required to accomplish descriptive, diagnostic, and predictive measuring.• Strong and effective analytical, communication and technical skills.• Ability to interpret data, learn, adapt, and accommodate change.• Ability to work individually with minimal supervisionMust be knowledgeable of safety regulations pertaining to the handling and use of firearms. This position is trusted to handle and protect company-private information: discretion, integrity, and ethics nonnegotiable.Compensation:Springfield offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits package which includes a generous, comprehensive, and affordable health plan in addition to dental, vision, life, disability, flex, 401(k), and other options. To learn more about Springfield Armory products and services visit Resume and/or Contact Information for Consideration:Follow link to complete inquiry form. Attach resume and provide accurate contact information. residents must possess a FOID card. EOE.