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Become part of a renowned name in American firearms manufacturing that combines meticulous craftsmanship with modern engineering. Located in a high-tech facility in the Southeast, this company produces some of the industry’s most respected handguns and rifles for a wide customer base—from competitive shooters to law enforcement professionals. The Manufacturing Engineer role focuses on optimizing CAD/CAM workflows and embracing automation to improve manufacturing speed and precision. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers eager to leverage their firearms industry expertise and play a vital role in driving innovation within a collaborative, quality-driven culture. For those passionate about firearms, but lacking industry experience, this role offers a valuable entry point into a dynamic and rewarding industry. Competitive pay, solid benefits, and relocation support make this a standout opportunity worth pursuing.
Our Client:
Our client is a well-established and highly regarded firearms manufacturer known for their commitment to quality engineering, and exceptional craftsmanship. They first made their mark on the industry with expertly crafted handguns and have since expanded their portfolio to include other semi-auto pistols, revolvers, and precision rifles, maintaining their benchmark for quality and performance from inception to the present day. They continue to explore opportunities to diversify into new product categories to better serve their diverse customer base, including law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and prepared citizens. If you value a strong company culture and a supportive work environment, this is an opportunity worth pursuing.
The Opportunity:
A storied name in American manufacturing is seeking a skilled and driven Manufacturing Engineer to join its precision engineering and CNC fabrication team at its advanced production facility in the Southeast. This individual will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and refining CAD/CAM processes to support high-performance component manufacturing in a modern, technology-forward environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in engineering principles, a passion for automation and process improvement, and hands-on familiarity with 3D-model-centric CAM applications. This is an exceptional opportunity for an engineer who thrives at the intersection of software, machining, and innovation to contribute meaningfully to a legacy of craftsmanship, reliability, and performance.
Benefits:
- Excellent cost of living advantage
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401K
- Generous relocation assistance
- PTO
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and refine CAD/CAM/CMM/AUTO processes to accelerate component manufacturing using modern tools and systems, focusing on productivity gains.
- Offer technical guidance to Application Engineering for process optimization and design transition.
- Lead automation of program generation across CAD/CAM platforms, post processors, CMMs, and robotic interfaces.
- Support production teams in resolving processing challenges and promoting continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate, justify, and deploy capital equipment projects and explore efficiency technologies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline is required.
- Experience with automated CAD/CAM process solutions.
- Familiarity with CAD/CAM software and model-centric workflows.
- Working knowledge of C, C++, or similar programming languages.
- Ability to generate CNC toolpaths from 3D CAD models.
- Skilled in reading blueprints and technical drawings.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Able to define/refine product processes for manufacturability.
- Effective communication and instruction-following skills.
- Team-oriented and capable of independent work across departments.
- Reliable attendance, with availability for overtime/weekend work.
- Willing to travel up to 5% for training, equipment, or support.
