Design Engineer

Actalent is seeking a talented Design Engineer to join a leading manufacturer of premium firearm systems and accessories. This role offers the opportunity to drive innovative product development from concept to production, working alongside cross-functional teams to create cutting-edge mechanical products. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver with strong CAD expertise, a solid engineering foundation, and a passion for bringing new products to market.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and prototype innovative firearm-related products and accessories.
• Create and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including 3D CAD models, manufacturing drawings, and technical specifications.
• Plan and execute product testing, validation, and performance analysis to ensure reliability and quality.
• Conduct risk assessments and support cost estimation activities for new product development projects.
• Select materials, finishes, and manufacturing processes that align with design, performance, and cost objectives.
• Apply GD&T principles to ensure functionality, manufacturability, and quality standards.
• Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate and optimize product designs.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to develop efficient, scalable, and cost-effective production solutions.
• Identify opportunities to enhance existing products through design improvements and process optimization.
• Provide technical support to internal departments, including Production, Sales, Marketing, and Operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, company policies, and safety requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor"s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in mechanical design, product development, or engineering design.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience using SolidWorks and 3D CAD modeling software.
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience conducting and interpreting Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with manufacturing teams, suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing firearms, firearm components, or similar precision mechanical products.
• Knowledge of machining, metal fabrication, coatings, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting products throughout the full product lifecycle, from concept through production launch.

Technical Skills

• SolidWorks
• Mechanical Design
• Product Development
• GD&T
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• 3D Modeling
• Prototype Development
• Testing & Validation
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
• Technical Documentation

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Ellabell, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $95000.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ellabell,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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