Metallurgical Engineer

Hornady•Grand Island, NE

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Immediate opening for a full-time Metallurgical Engineer at Hornady Manufacturing to support the design, development, and optimization of metal components and high-volume manufacturing processes. This role is focused on troubleshooting complex metal-forming processes like drawing, extrusion and tooling design to ensure rigorous safety and performance standards. This position requires a balance of design and hands-on in a high-speed, tight-tolerance manufacturing involvement. Engineers are expected to take ownership of projects from concept through production, working closely with tooling, production, and engineering teams to deliver reliable, efficient solutions. This position reports to the Engineering Manager and works onsite at the various Hornady locations in and around Grand Island, NE.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, or experience equivalency.
5+ years of experience in metal forming, stamping or part manufacturing
Proven skills in tooling design, including dies and forming tools
Strong understanding of material behavior in forming processes
Proficiency in interpreting and creating engineering drawings, including GD&T
Demonstrated ability to solve complex manufacturing problems in a production environment
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Proficiency in SolidWorks part design (or similar CAD software) and technical drawings
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Ability to work in various environments: manufacturing floor, engineering lab, and ballistics shooting range
Ability to sit, stand, bend, climb or walk for 10 hours (or more) per day

Nice To Haves

Experience working in high-speed manufacturing environments with tight tolerances
Experience with progressive dies and high-volume manufacturing environments
Experience with forming simulation or FEA tools
Experience with heat treating various alloy metals and understanding of its impact on material properties and performance
Hands-on machining or toolroom experience
Understanding of ammunition types, reloading equipment, and ballistics performance (preferred)

Responsibilities

Design and develop metal components and assemblies with emphasis on manufacturability, durability, and cost efficiency
Lead development and optimization of metal forming and drawing processes for high-volume production
Design and support tooling, including dies, fixtures, and forming tools required for production
Own projects from concept, design, tooling development, and production implementation
Work directly on the shop floor to validate designs, troubleshoot tooling, and support production needs
Collaborate closely with toolroom and production teams to implement and refine tooling solutions
Troubleshoot forming issues and implement corrective actions
Drive continuous improvement efforts to increase throughput, reduce scrap, and improve product quality
Perform tolerance analysis and ensure compliance with engineering and quality standards
Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings and documentation
Support new product development and transition designs into production
Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements