Design Engineer

Nordson Corporation; Clinton (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to create and modify SolidWorks 3D models, maintain drawings, and support product enhancements. You will collaborate with engineering, production, and marketing to ensure design changes meet quality and manufacturing needs while maintaining brand consistency.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 5 years using SolidWorks in a product design or manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of SolidWorks in product design/engineering/manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to lead small engineering change management projects
• Strong attention to visual detail, design principles, and communication skills
• Experience with engineering drawings, 3D modeling, and related documentation

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute small engineering change management projects to support product quality, documentation, and manufacturing needs.
• Support production teams by resolving standard product engineering concerns and providing timely technical guidance.
• Maintain and update SolidWorks models and engineering drawings for commercial, quality, marketing, and manufacturing requirements.
• Assist with 3D modeling in SolidWorks, technical writing, graphic design, and related documentation.
• Develop and modify 3D models, drawings, parts, and equipment based on approved design changes.
• Support technical manual imaging, formatting, and related documentation projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.

Skills

SolidWorks experience

3D modeling

Engineering drawing

Project management

Communication

MS Office

GD&T

ANSI compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions, a global leader in Industrial Coating Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected. The Design Engineer creates and modifies visually compelling SolidWorks 3D models to communicate procedural messages effectively, maintain brand consistency, and engage target audiences. This individual supports engineering change management, product design updates, and technical documentation for Industrial Coating Solutions. This role is responsible for maintaining and modifying SolidWorks models and drawings, assisting production with engineering-related concerns, and supporting product enhancements, technical publications, and cross‑functional visualization needs. The position requires strong SolidWorks experience, attention to visual detail and design principals, project management skills, and design aesthetic.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and execute small engineering change management projects to support product quality, documentation, and manufacturing needs.
• Support production teams by resolving standard product engineering concerns and providing timely technical guidance.
• Maintain and update SolidWorks models and engineering drawings in support of commercial, quality, marketing, and manufacturing requirements.
• Ability to assist with 3D modeling in SolidWorks, technical writing, graphic design, commercial modeling, technical publications, and related documentation.
• Develop and modify 3D models, drawings, parts, and equipment based on approved design changes and change notice requirements.
• Support technical manual imaging, updates, formatting, and related documentation projects.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and complete related responsibilities as needed to support business objectives.

Education and Experience Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field; equivalent education and relevant work experience may be considered.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience using SolidWorks in a product design, engineering, or manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Strong SolidWorks experience, including 3D modeling and engineering drawing creation or modification.
• Experience supporting product design, product enhancements, and engineering change processes.
• Strong project management, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with GD&T methodology and knowledge of ANSI requirements preferred.
• Knowledge of product compliance, certifications, and regulations such as REACH, RoHS, and WEEE preferred.
• Experience working with SAP data strongly preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Manufacturing environment. The employee must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Required Minimal < 10% (occasional travel to suppliers or customer sites)

About Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions

Manufacturers rely on Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions equipment for the precise application and curing of powder coatings, liquid paint, ambient temperature adhesives and sealants, and food and beverage container production. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions is a global team that works to create industrial coating solutions that help our customers improve their manufacturing process, produce better products and become even more competitive. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson Industrial Coating Solutions. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.