Product Design Engineer

Ruger • Mayodan, NC

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About The Position

Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Product Design Engineer for its Engineering department in Mayodan, North Carolina. The engineer will support new product development, derivative and line-extension initiatives, sustaining engineering, and cost-reduction efforts. This role works cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to develop robust, manufacturable, cost-effective designs and support products from concept through production and continuous improvement. The position reports to the Senior Director of Product Engineering.

The engineer will develop designs and configurations, create models and drawings, perform tolerance and mechanical analyses, and support design risk assessment, manufacturing optimization, product testing, and validation. Responsibilities also include engineering change management, documentation, production issue resolution, and supplier collaboration. Candidates must pass a drug and background screen. Salary is dependent on experience; applicants are asked to include salary requirements with their resume.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related equivalent technical discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or R&D environment.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5-2009) and tolerance analysis.
• Experience with DFMA and FMEA methodologies.
• Familiarity with Bill of Material (BOM) management in ERP systems.
• Experience supporting products through the full lifecycle, from concept to production.
• Strong problem-solving, written and verbal communication, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Must successfully pass a drug and background screen.

Nice To Haves

• CETOL experience is preferred.
• Experience in firearms or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of manufacturing capabilities for machined, injection-molded, MIM (Metal Injection Molded), and stamped components.
• Spring design experience.
• Experience performing moderately complex analyses such as kinematic/dynamic motion and FEA.
• Experience with cost-reduction and value-engineering initiatives.
• Exposure to product testing and validation processes.
• Oracle ERP experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop line-extension and derivative configurations from concept through production release.
• Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks in accordance with company standards.
• Apply GD&T principles to support functional, manufacturable, and inspectable designs.
• Conduct tolerance stack-ups and variation analysis using CETOL or similar tools.
• Develop predictive mathematical models to simulate aspects of mechanical motion.
• Lead and participate in Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) activities.
• Drive Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) initiatives to optimize cost, quality, and throughput.
• Support sustaining engineering, including design updates, issue resolution, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Manage engineering changes through PDM and ERP systems, such as Oracle, ensuring proper documentation and revision control.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including specifications, test plans, and reports.
• Support prototype builds, testing, and validation activities.
• Interface with suppliers to support design development and cost-reduction initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including salary, profit share, and bonus; bonus and profit share are based on company performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) match and discretionary supplemental 401(k) contribution.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance options.
• Short- and long-term disability plans.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate willing to relocate.
• Casual work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level