Manufacturing Engineer: Design, Improve & Launch

gpac LLC.; Junction City (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Kansas to design, develop, test, and continuously improve fabrication equipment and processes on-site. You will lead projects from concept through production, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive quality and efficiency across operations.

The role requires hands-on mechanical engineering, CAD skills, and experience with Lean and Six Sigma. You will partner with suppliers and internal teams to optimize systems, reduce costs, and improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or related field required.
• Experience in product design, manufacturing processes, and project management.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement knowledge required.
• Hands-on mechanical experience and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop fabrication equipment and mechanical systems using 3D CAD.
• Create and manage BOMs, drawings, specs, and documentation.
• Lead projects from concept through prototyping, testing, and production.
• Identify opportunities to improve product performance and manufacturing efficiency.
• Coordinate product testing and evaluate field data for reliability.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to meet safety and quality standards.
• Provide technical support to sales and customer service.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Hands-on engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

AutoCAD

Inventor

ERP

MES

PLM

Job description

gpac LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Kansas to design, develop, test, and continuously improve fabrication equipment and processes on-site. You will lead projects from concept through production, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive quality and efficiency across operations.

The role requires hands-on mechanical engineering, CAD skills, and experience with Lean and Six Sigma. You will partner with suppliers and internal teams to optimize systems, reduce costs, and improve