Solidworks Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

Job Description:

What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common?

Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products!

Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Sr Mechanical Engineer opportunity. This role reports into EDS, an Ellsworth Corporation company located in Sparks, NV and is a 100% on-site role.

Are you passionate about designing mechanical systems and machinery utilizing design software? Want to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth, come join our team!

Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions provides the solutions to make parts. We are the knowledge leader in dispensing solutions. Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Field Service Technician opportunity at Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions, located in Sparks, NV.Click here to find out more about the markets we serve and here to learn about our consumer and manufacturing products!

This role Serves as the senior technical contributor and project leader, responsible for the design, development, and optimization of complex mechanical systems. Leads cross-functional efforts to translate customer requirements into robust, manufacturable, and scalable solutions while ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and performance objectives. Owns design-to-manufacturability and product lifecycle outcomes across assigned projects, leveraging advanced CAD, simulation, PDM, and ERP tools. Provides technical leadership, drives problem-solving, and continuous improvement, and mentor's engineers to strengthen engineering capability and standards.

Responsibilities

• Leads the creation and approval of complex engineering documentation including models, drawings, bills of materials, and quotes using CAD systems, PDM, and ERP software

• Serves as technical lead on assigned projects, ensuring delivery of scope, schedule, cost, quality, and customer requirements

• Drives design reviews, risk assessments, and cross-functional alignment for new and existing products

• Translates customer requirements into manufacturable, reliable, and scalable engineering solutions

• Owns and governs Bill of Material (BOM) structure and product configurations, ensuring accuracy, change control, and lifecycle management

• Leads root cause analysis and corrective actions for product, process, and field performance issues, driving continuous improvement in design, manufacturability, safety, cost, and quality

PERKS & BENEFITS

As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more!Click Here for a summary of Employee Benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in mechanical and/or manufacturing engineering, including demonstrated leadership of complex projects or product lines

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college in Engineering or a closely related field required.

• Master's degree in Engineering or Business (MBA) preferred.

• Other combinations of advanced education and equivalent experience may be considered.

• Advanced SolidWorks certifications (CSWP, CSWE, CPPA, or equivalent), preferred

• Engineering in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineering (PE), preferred

• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills, including advanced root cause analysis and data-driven decision making

• Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, DFM)

• Ability to define, document, and govern manufacturing processes, inspection plans, and validation protocols

• Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and technically develop engineers and shop-floor team members

• Strong knowledge of electronic components and electronic assemblies as they interface with mechanical systems

• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including leadership and customers

• Proven capability to influence without authority and lead through technical expertise

• Experience operating in or deploying ISO9001 or equivalent quality systems

• Ability to lift 25 pounds, on occasion up to 50 pounds

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