Mechanical Engineer

IMI; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

401k

Health benefits

Company holidays

Competitive time-off plans

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm located in Kansas is seeking a Mechanical Engineer responsible for designing and enhancing products while ensuring functionality and manufacturability. You will analyze customer feedback to develop innovative solutions and collaborate with project teams. Ideal candidates have a degree in mechanical engineering, over 5 years of experience, and proficiency in 3D CAD software like AutoDesk Inventor. Join our commitment to quality and safety in a dynamic environment with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related product design experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and production techniques.
• Ability to manage and execute on multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance new and existing products/product lines.
• Analyze market trends, customer requirements, and feedback to develop product concepts.
• Create technical drawings and designs that are manufacturable.

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency

Product design experience

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoDesk Inventor

AutoDesk Vault

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for engineering innovative equipment and fabrications that meet customer requirements while ensuring functionality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness. This role requires cross‑functional collaboration with the Project Management, Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams to deliver exceptional equipment from ideation to production.

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, and enhance new and existing products/product lines.
• Analyze market trends, customer requirements, and feedback to develop product concepts in 3D CAD.
• Evaluate and recommend specifications and ensure products meet the technical and functional requirements.
• Recommend and follow reliable, efficient, and cost‑effective procedures.
• Create technical drawings and designs that are manufacturable and provide installation drawings and supporting documentation for easy installation in the field.
• Perform feasibility, functional, and quality testing of designs.
• Work closely with other engineers to align designs with production capabilities and compliance standards and ensure project milestones and timelines are met.

We’re Excited About You Because:

• You have a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience required.
• You bring 5+ years of related product design experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• You are proficient in 3D CAD software, as well as PDM Software, preferably AutoDesk Inventor and AutoDesk Vault.
• You hold a strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and production techniques, specifically in steel and sheet metal manufacturing environments.
• You possess strong organizational, critical thinking, communication, and people skills.
• You live in the details and value accuracy and professional integrity.
• You are a skilled communicator, both verbal and written with the ability to protect confidential and sensitive employee information.
• You can manage and execute on multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.
• You drive to further build and develop the engineering processes as we continue to evolve.
• You are proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• You can accommodate periodic weekend or evening work when expected.

This job description is not exhaustive. Other duties may be assigned as needed, and responsibilities may evolve to support the business and employee experience.

About Us:

IMI Industrial has been providing millwright and fabrication services since 1986 and is known in the industry for our quality workmanship, dedication to safety, and strong client relationships. We’re a team of good people who think critically, work hard, and solve problems in an effort to exceed customer expectations.

We’re equally committed to creating an excellent employment experience for our team members. We work hard to hire and develop great people and build relationships, and we pride ourselves on our culture of safety and quality. We also aim to ensure that the programs and services we offer our team are among the best in the business. We offer competitive salaries, 401k, and health benefits as well as company holidays and competitive time‑off plans.

Individuals seeking employment at IMI Industrial/Designed Conveyor Systems are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Accommodation is available to applicants with a disability condition, when applying, testing, or interviewing for a position. Please let us know if you need accommodation.