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PE-Duty Gear - Product Engineer

Safariland, LLC
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k)
United States, Florida, Jacksonville
3041 Faye Road (Show on map)
May 12, 2025
TOGETHER, WE SAVE LIVES OVERVIEW The candidate will be responsible for all the tasks related to the conceptual, preliminary, and final 3D design of small to medium, complex Plastic Injection Molds. The position requires a technical understanding of plastic part and mold design practices, injection molding process, and molding equipment. The successful candidate will be able to take 3D models of plastic parts and design a mold from start to finish including 3D models and dimensions/tolerance drawings. Additional experience with heating and cooling methods for molding equipment is also required. RESPONSIBILITIES Conceptualization and development of new product IP and improvements to existing product lines. 3D CAD design of parts and products. Creation of technical drawings for mold tooling fabrication, QA inspection, outsourced components, fixture and jig fabrication, assembly/exploded diagrams, and Government RFP's/Tenders. Prototyping of new parts and products utilizing 3D printers, CNCs, milling machines, lathes, and various hand tools and techniques. Analysis of part and/or product design for mechanical strength and durability as well as moldability and manufacturability utilizing FEA and MoldFlow software. Product testing and evaluation, utilizing both internal testing procedures and coordination with 3rd party testing agencies as required. Coordination with various departments such as Quality, Manufacturing, Molding, Supply Chain, Inventory, Shipping and Management to ensure smooth product releases, root cause analysis when issues arise assisting with their resolutions, and manufacturing support as issues arise during production. QUALIFICATIONS Entry level. 1 year Design Engineering experience and/or relevant internship. Bachelors degree in Engineering. Bachelors degree in related Engineering discipline acceptable with 3+ years of Design Engineering experience. Experience with 3D part modelling (CAD), preferably Solidworks. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) General knowledge in the use of hand tools and shop operations Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings and documentation. Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance stack-up. Ability to communicate professionally. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization Familiarity with various prototyping methods and their applications. Familiarity with manufacturing processes, particularly injection molding, and design for manufacturability. Ability to develop and maintain several projects simultaneously and stay on schedule. Problem solving and RCCM analysis Familiarity with measuring tools and gauges. Familiarity with test equipment and testing protocols. Why work at Safariland? At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families. *Eligible employees are offered:* Medical, dental & vision insurance 401(k) with company match Employer paid life insurance and AD&D Employer paid disability Wellness program Adoption assistance Tuition assistance Employee assistance program Work life balance Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies) The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455. All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.