Mechanical Equipment Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Build the Future of U.S. Rocket Motor Manufacturing

Nammo Energetics Inc. (NEI) is responsible for the establishment of a new solid rocket motor manufacturing facility in Perry, Florida. NEI oversees the design, construction, qualification, and staffing of this next-generation facility supporting critical defense programs.

At Nammo, we’re looking for a hands-on engineering leader who wants to help design and develop the equipment that will power production from the ground up. This is not a traditional engineering role. 

  This is an opportunity to:

• Design custom manufacturing equipment and tooling
• Lead equipment projects from concept through installation
• Work directly with automation, fabrication, and production teams
• Influence how a brand-new facility operates
• Opportunity to travel, including Norway
• Ground-floor opportunity supporting a major U.S. manufacturing expansion
• Join a growing organization with high visibility and long-term career growth

If you thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments, enjoy solving complex mechanical challenges, and want ownership over impactful projects, we want to hear from you.

You must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

Unique Benefits Designed with Care

• 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday, 10-hour days)
• Relocation assistance provided
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• 100% employer-paid employee-only medical plan option
• Employer HSA contributions
• Generous PTO and paid holidays

What You’ll Do: Precision in Action

Design & Develop Manufacturing Equipment

• Design, develop, and improve automated and semi-automated production equipment
• Create mechanical and electromechanical fixtures, tooling, and machine systems
• Support hydraulic and pneumatic system design and integration
• Develop detailed mechanical drawings and 3D models

Lead Equipment Projects

• Manage projects from concept, design, fabrication, installation, and startup
• Coordinate with machine vendors and fabrication partners
• Assist in defining technical scopes and equipment specifications
• Support equipment validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement efforts

Improve Manufacturing Performance

• Evaluate equipment performance, throughput, reliability, and yield
• Drive process and equipment improvements to support production, quality, and safety goals
• Partner closely with Quality, Process Engineering, Manufacturing, and Maintenance teams

Support Facility Growth

• Help establish manufacturing capabilities for a new solid rocket motor production facility targeted for initial production in 2027
• Assist in building scalable systems and equipment standards for long-term growth

What Dedicated Teammates Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical equipment design, manufacturing engineering, or automation systems
• Experience designing production equipment, fixtures, tooling, or automated machinery
• Strong 3D CAD design capability
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings and schematics
• Experience managing projects from concept through implementation
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently in a growing environment

Preferred Experience

• Automated assembly equipment
• Manufacturing startup or expansion projects
• PLC familiarity or ability to work alongside controls engineers
• Industrial automation or electromechanical systems
• Vendor management and equipment commissioning

Our Woking Conditions and Requirements

• Must be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
• Must be able to obtain BATF approval to work with regulated products
• Ability to support manufacturing operations outside standard hours when needed
• Must comply with all company safety policies and procedures, including drug-free workplace requirements.
• Must be able to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout manufacturing facilities for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Must be able to work in environments that may include exposure to noise, fumes, dust, and varying temperatures within OSHA accepted standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally.
• Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and communication abilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as required.