If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.Full‑time Professional Great Plains Industries, Inc., Wichita, KS, US6 days ago Requisition ID: 1657Reports to: Engineering ManagerJob SummaryThis position's primary responsibilities include sustaining existing products and working through design and development of new products as well as designing improvements to existing GPI products. The position provides research, design, and implementation of metal castings, injection‑molded plastics, and stampings for new products. The position will also focus effort on integrating emerging technologies to provide ease of use of our products that creates a simplified user experience. This involves collaborating closely with external contractors and our internal cross‑functional team: product manager, mechanical and electrical engineering teams, and manufacturing production process engineers to design for optimal performance, quality, cost, and manufacturability.ResponsibilitiesCommunicates with other engineering personnel to coordinate design and assure project completion within project timing and budgetLead design and development for and/or assemblies to assist in the development of new productsRoot Cause Analysis for supporting manufacturing issuesWork with manufacturing to support cost‑reduction initiatives on existing productsWork with product support and customer service teams on warranty supportHas proficiency in mechanical design and be able to conceptualize and implement design ideas into the productGenerates technical documentation and writes technical documents for use within the companyApply mechanical codes such as FM, CE, and IECExPerform testing of prototype products and may direct field testing of productsResponsible for finalized bills of material, planning, and initiates production product launchSchedule and facilitate design reviews with other functions within and outside of GPIConsult with management, production, and marketing staff to determine engineering feasibility, cost‑effectiveness, and customer demand for new and existing productsAbility to manage and self‑prioritize multiple projects or tasks based on business goals and risksMust be self‑motivated and highly organizedComply with all safety requirements of the position and the facilityFollow the policies outlined in the Employee handbook and the posted Work Rules for GPI and behave in an ethical mannerThis Job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities of the employee. The employee may be assigned other responsibilities as required of the positionJob Qualifications - RequiredBachelor's Degree in Mechanical EngineeringMinimum of 2 years of mechanical design experience including 3D CAD workSolid knowledge of manufacturing processes: Machining, casting, plastics, assembly, etc.Strong skills in MS Office products including writing formulas in ExcelExcellent written and verbal communication skillsJob Qualifications - PreferredExperience with GD&T, CFD, and FEAExperienced in Project ManagementExperience with Autodesk Inventor a plusExperience with ERP systemsPrevious experience in Lean and Six Sigma principlesJob Requirements - PhysicalStanding on concrete factory floor as needed in production and engineering labMust be able to wear steel‑toe safety shoes, safety glasses and other PPE equipment as required for work functionAbility to safely reach, stretch, bend and lift parts and product from a standing positionTools / Equipment: Powered and hand tools to perform the function of positionWorking Conditions: 1st shift in office and temperature controlled factoryGPI offers competitive benefits, including:Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysGroup Health Insurance (Shared Cost)Flexible Spending AccountsCompany‑Paid Life and AD&D InsuranceShort- and Long‑Term Disability401(k)Profit‑Sharing BonusWhy You'll Love Working HereA culture focused on collaboration, innovation, and doing what's rightOpportunities to directly influence product and manufacturing successStrong commitment to professional growth and continuous learningCompetitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits packageThe chance to make a meaningful impact within a growing U.S. manufacturing organization#J-18808-Ljbffr