Electrical Engineer I

SIG 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 has over 3,400 employees across sixteen U.S. locations in three states, and four additional global facilities.  SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work™.  For more information about the company and product line visit: www.sigsauer.com

Position Summary:

The Electrical Engineer I is responsible for developing and implementing simple to moderately complex new product designs and improving legacy products as assigned. Responsibilities also include completing analyses to support design decisions. This entry-level position in the R&D department is generally intended for relatively recent graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. The Electrical Engineer I will work both independently and in a team environment with Electrical Engineers, Design Engineers, Project Managers, and Test Technicians. They will collaborate with other departments including Manufacturing, QC, and Assembly.

FLSA: Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop innovative electrical component level designs in Altium to meet product requirements.
• Develop PCBA layout drawings in Altium and perform component and assembly tolerance analysis, as necessary.
• Process PCBA's, layouts, and drawings thru the PLM system.
• Contribute to R&D projects in a team setting to meet project delivery dates.
• Perform testing and analyze test data.
• Contribute to test reports to determine if design and process meets functional and performance specifications.
• Hands on facilitation of prototype production, assembly, and testing.
• Develop a strong knowledge of manufacturing principles and assembly procedures to evaluate newly designed or modified products.
• Access technical information (i.e., process records, schematics drawings, SOP’s, prototype, and fixture drawings) as needed to evaluate and support product design operations.
• Provide technical assistance to component and fabrication suppliers.
• Engage in and actively volunteer for Continuous Improvement projects/tasks.
• Must be able to travel
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER, Inc. security mandates.
• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
• Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is a necessary function of this position.
• May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering required, 0-3 years of electrical engineering experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Demonstrate the ability to use the following software programs; Altium, LabView, Arduino, and C/C++ development environments.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Classwork and practical electrical engineering design experience.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions in schematic, mathematical, or diagram form.
• Demonstrate the ability to understand supplier capabilities and processes in the manufacture of components to required specifications.
• Ability to write reports and procedures, and effectively present information to team members and management.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Experience using and maintaining firearms is preferred.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, in English, both verbally and in written form.

Working Conditions:

• Regularly perform repetitive tasks.
• Work is primarily standing (90 + % of the shift) except for lunch and break periods.
• Shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours.
• The duties of this job normally require exposure to a typical manufacturing environment. Frequent standing, sitting, stooping, squatting, walking, and stair climbing can be expected along with frequent lifting and/or moving of tooling, parts containers, and materials up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms, bend and kneel frequently at a minimum of 50% of the shift, as well as undergo repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle motions.
• Must demonstrate proficient fine motor skills, ability to grip, reach, pull, turn, and use tools to torque fixtures in various machinery or in the assembly, machining, or testing of parts.
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception, and the ability to focus on fine print.
• 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.