Job Description

Storm Search is conducting a DIRECT HIRE search for a Design Engineer in Carson City, NV.

What's in it for YOU??

• 1st Shift | Monday–Friday
• Salary based on experience ($78,000-95,000/year)
• Opportunity to work on innovative product development from concept through production
• Join a collaborative engineering team with opportunities for technical growth and project leadership

Key responsibilities include:

• Design and develop new mechanical products, components, and manufacturing processes using 3D CAD software
• Create detailed part models, assemblies, engineering drawings, and GD&T documentation for production
• Perform engineering calculations, design validation, and feasibility studies to support new product development
• Lead multiple engineering projects simultaneously from concept through product validation and production launch
• Develop manufacturing documentation, tooling concepts, and production methods to support efficient manufacturing
• Conduct research, testing, and analysis to evaluate product performance, reliability, and manufacturability
• Utilize Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and systematic problem-solving techniques to improve products and processes
• Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and evaluate alternate designs to optimize performance and reliability
• Investigate product and equipment failures, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and cross-functional teams to support existing products and new product introductions
• Read and interpret customer specifications, engineering standards, and technical requirements to ensure design compliance
• Prepare technical reports, engineering documentation, and professional presentations for internal and customer review
• Manage engineering documentation in accordance with quality management systems and manufacturing standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining a safe and organized work environment

We're looking for someone with:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 3-5 years of mechanical design experience from concept to production 
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and GD&T
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Design of Experiments (DOE), and engineering problem-solving methodologies