Engineering Supervisor

Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Manufacturing, a Kubota subsidiary, seeks an Engineering Supervisor to lead the Construction Equipment Attachments Strategic Project Group in Salina, KS. This on-site role directs a team of engineers focused on strategic initiatives, delivering new products, tech advances, cost optimization, and critical programs.

The ideal candidate combines engineering depth with leadership, driving cross-functional collaboration to accelerate innovation, improve product performance, and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years engineering experience in construction/heavy equipment.
• 2+ years supervisory/management experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel out of state for defined projects.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (Creo, CATIA, Windchill) and FEA applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Strategic Project Group to identify, prioritize, and execute engineering initiatives.
• Manage cross-functional projects from concept through production implementation.
• Lead cost reduction and value engineering across the CE Attachments portfolio.
• Develop project plans, resource strategies, schedules, budgets, and risk plans.
• Drive technology development and product innovation within the portfolio.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Manufacturing on design-to-cost strategies.
• Support make-vs-buy evaluations and supplier engagement.
• Provide regular status updates to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

CATIA

Windchill

FEA

Job description

Engineering Supervisor (Team Lead)

Kubota Construction Equipment Attachments-Strategic Projects

Salina, KS

Great Plains Manufacturing, a proud Kubota subsidiary, is seeking an experienced Engineering Supervisor to lead the Construction Equipment Attachments Strategic Project Group in Salina, KS. This role is responsible for leading a team of engineers focused on the development and execution of high-impact strategic initiatives within the Kubota CE Attachments engineering team. The position provides technical leadership, project oversight, and people management to ensure successful delivery of new products, technology advancements, cost optimization efforts, and business-critical engineering programs.

The ideal candidate combines strong engineering expertise with leadership skills, driving cross-functional collaboration to accelerate innovation, improve product performance, and support the company's long-term growth strategy.

This is an on-site position based in Salina, KS and typically works Monday through Thursday from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Occasional out-of-state travel is required.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead the Strategic Project Group in identifying, prioritizing, and executing engineering initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Manage complex, cross-functional projects from concept through production implementation.
• Lead cost reduction and value engineering initiatives across the CE Attachments portfolio.
• Develop project plans, resource strategies, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans.
• Drive technology development, product innovation, and competitive differentiation within the GPM product portfolio.
• Identify opportunities to reduce material, manufacturing, logistics, and warranty costs while maintaining or improving product quality and performance.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Sourcing teams to implement design-to-cost strategies.
• Drive standardization, component commonization, and product simplification efforts.
• Support make-versus-buy evaluations and strategic supplier engagement activities.
• Manage multiple engineering projects concurrently from concept through production, setting priorities, schedules, budgets, etc.
• Provide regular project status updates and recommendations to engineering and business leadership.
• Follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned that require additional qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural or BioSystems Machinery Engineering, or related engineering discipline from a four-year college or university.
• 7+ years of engineering experience in construction equipment, heavy machinery, agricultural equipment, or related industries.
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Critical thinking to define projects and create critical project requirements.
• Proficient with CAD tools such as Creo, CATIA, Windchill and FEA applications.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex engineering projects.
• Able and willing to travel out of state for multiple days for defined projects.

Great Plains Manufacturing, headquartered in Salina, KS, is a proud subsidiary of the Kubota Corporation. With over 50 years as a leading Kansas manufacturer of agricultural implements, including seeding, tillage, and landscaping equipment, our new Construction Equipment Division produces Kubota-branded skid steers, compact track loaders and attachments. With locations in 8 Kansas communities, Great Plains Mfg is comprised of 5 divisions: Great Plains Ag; Land Pride; Great Plains International; Great Plains Trucking; and the Construction Equipment Division. The CE Division is supported by the Kubota Construction R&D Engineering team, located in Salina, KS. Great Plains employs over 2,000 people in 8 communities across Kansas and is committed to fostering innovation and supporting your professional growth. Grow with us!