POSITION SUMMARY:

We are in search of an R&D Engineer – Prototyping. This position will be instrumental in our new product development cycle. The R&D Engineer will work to support the Product Engineering team by providing prototype manufacturing in a team based, fast paced, dynamic environment. While ensuring quality, accuracy, and on-time delivery. The R&D Engineer must adhere to the Ruger core values of Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with converting early stage designs into functional small lot prototypes
• Hands-on direct experience with CNC programming, G-Code and M-Code, machine tool setup and integration, tooling, and measurement techniques
• Responsible for performing machining processes including 3, 4, and 5 axis CNC machining centers, Mill-Turn, EDM, and precision grinding processes
• Maintaining and controlling extremely tight tolerances, 3D printing, CAD (Solid works), CAM (MasterCAM/Camworks), Metrology (CMM, in-line gaging, surface plate, air gaging, etc.), and GD&T application
• Organized planner that can prioritize activities with the ability to deal with competing demands within specified timescales
• Effectively communicate with product engineering team about timelines, material selections, design elements etc.
• Team player who knows how to lead, follow and listen
• Hands on technical knowledge of metal forming, machine design and machine fabrication is a plus
• Must be able to apply much of the above independently, without guidance, on a daily basis with a self-starter mentality
• Perform routine maintenance as per daily machine checklist and adhere to PM schedule.
• Participate in and sustain 5S within Process Development Area
• Experience managing machinists in prototype job shop or mold making setting is a major plus

REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be self-motivated, of high integrity, and maintain confidentiality at all times. Other requirements and considerations include:
Associates degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or Engineering Technology (bachelors or masters preferred); 2 – 10+ years practical manufacturing experience; CAD/CAM experience; strong knowledge of setting up and operating CNC equipment; strong knowledge of manufacturing one-off parts. Strong knowledge of fixture & gauge design use; knowledge of GD&T; strong communication proficiency, organizational, presentation and problem solving/analysis skills.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to successfully pass a drug and background screen.
Salary: D.O.E-Please include your salary requirements with your resume.

Prototyping and MFG and Design Part Creation • Firearms Design Configuration • Efficient CNC Machine Shop Integration• Design, construction, integration of CNC fixturing •Successful part creation •Tooling and gaging selection required in prototyping of high quality gun component parts • Provide technical manufacturing direction for Design Engineers • Work may involve development and testing of advanced process technology including metal cutting and fixture design