Francisco Solorzano
About Francisco Solorzano
Francisco Solorzano is the Lead Engineer at Nikola Motor Company, with extensive experience in mechanical and structural design engineering across various industries.
Professional Title
Francisco Solorzano is currently serving as Lead Engineer at Nikola Motor Company. He assumed this role in 2020 and brings a wealth of experience to the position.
Leadership at Nikola Motor Company
Since 2020, Francisco has been the Lead Engineer at Nikola Motor Company. His role involves overseeing engineering projects and ensuring that the team meets project goals. His expertise in 3D design and large assembly integration plays a critical role in the company's ongoing development efforts.
Engineering Experience at Faraday Future
From 2015 to 2018, Francisco worked as a Principal Engineer at Faraday Future in Gardena, California. During his three-year tenure, he contributed to the development of advanced automotive technologies, including the design of complex systems and integration of large assemblies.
Senior Structural Design at United Technologies
Francisco spent three years, from 2012 to 2015, as a Senior Structural Design Engineer at United Technologies in Chula Vista, California. His role required a strong understanding of materials, design principles, and industry standards such as MIL-STDs and ANSI Y14.5.
Mechanical Engineering at Bombardier and Goodrich
Francisco's engineering career includes positions as Lead Mechanical Engineer at Bombardier in Queretaro, Mexico, for one year (2011-2012) and Senior Structural Design Engineer at Goodrich in Chula Vista, California, for eight years (2003-2011). These roles honed his skills in hydraulic mechanism design, material selection, and injection molding processes.
Early Career and Educational Background
Francisco began his career as a Mechanical Design Engineer at Yazaki North America, Parker Hannifin, and Boeing between 1994 and 2000. He later pursued a Master in Business Administration at San Diego State University, completing the program in 2002. His early positions and educational background laid the foundation for his expertise in 3D design and engineering software such as CATIA v6 3DEXPERIENCE and Fibersim.
Proficiency in Engineering Software and Standards
Francisco is proficient in advanced engineering software including CATIA v6 3DEXPERIENCE and Fibersim. He also has basic knowledge of PATRAN and Pro-Engineer software. His familiarity with industry standards such as MIL-STDs and ANSI Y14.5 is a testament to his comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and practices.