Sustaining Engineer ISIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, 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 employs people across various U.S. locations, and global facilities across multiple regions. SIG SAUER is certified a
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Position Summary: The Sustaining Engineer I will support the maintenance and improvement of existing products to ensure quality and performance. The responsibilities include assisting in troubleshooting production issues, implementing design changes, and collaborating with Quality, Operations, and R&D teams. This position will help conduct root cause analysis, support value engineering projects, and optimize manufacturing processes. Additionally, they 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 the 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 and 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, 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.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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