Manufacturing Engineer: On-Site Fabrication & Innovation

gpac LLC.; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Kansas manufacturing team. You will design, develop, test, and improve fabrication equipment and processes, working with cross-functional teams to boost product quality and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on engineering experience, Lean and Six Sigma mindset, and the ability to lead projects from concept through production launch while ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required.
• Experience in product design and manufacturing processes.
• Background in manufacturing equipment design.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and CI.
• Understanding of agricultural operations and farming practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop fabrication equipment and mechanical systems using 3D CAD.
• Create and maintain drawings, BOMs, specifications, and docs.
• Lead projects from concept to production launch.
• Improve product performance, efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Optimize production methods, tooling, and assembly procedures.
• Perform structural, mechanical, hydraulic analyses.
• Troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues with effective solutions.
• Coordinate testing and analyze field data to improve reliability.
• Collaborate with suppliers to qualify components and materials.
• Ensure safety, quality, and industry standards compliance.
• Participate in design reviews and risk assessments.
• Provide technical support to sales and customer service.
• Collaborate with production, quality, supply chain for objectives.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD software

ERP/MES/PLM

Robotics/Automation

Job description

gpac LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Kansas manufacturing team. You will design, develop, test, and improve fabrication equipment and processes, working with cross-functional teams to boost product quality and efficiency.

The role requires hands-on engineering experience, Lean and Six Sigma mindset, and the ability to lead projects from concept through production launch while ensuring safety and compliance.