Engineering Team Lead - CE Attachments Salina, KS - Direct HireProductive Resources (www.productiveresources.com) is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team for our customer's facility in Salina, KS. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will be an Engineering Team Lead who will lead the design, development, validation, and continuous improvement of Kubota-branded construction equipment attachments while providing technical leadership and managing project execution.
This is a full-time position that is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization.
Duties:- Lead and supervise the CE Attachment engineering team, with the focus on design and development of Ground Engaging and Material Handling attachments for Compact Track Loaders and Excavators.
- Own product development lifecycle from concept through product release using the Stage Gate process: planning, design, testing, validation, and launch.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to onsite and overseas contract engineers, driving technical excellence and career development.
- Review engineering deliverables (designs, calculations, drawings, specifications) for accuracy, safety and quality compliance.
- Drive innovation and product improvements with emphasis on performance, durability, manufacturability, and cost optimization.
- Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements.
- Manage multiple engineering projects concurrently from concept through production, setting priorities, schedules, budgets, etc.
- Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and product management teams.
- 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.
Requirements:- 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 design or product engineering experience in construction equipment, heavy machinery, agricultural equipment, or related industries.
- 2+ years of supervisory or management experience leading cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated success in managing complex engineering projects.
- Strong foundation in structural design, welding, fabrication, hydraulics, and mechanical systems.
- Proficient with CAD tools such as Creo, CATIA, Windchill and FEA applications.
- Able and willing to travel out of state for multiple days during development phases.
Compensation & Benefits:Great Plains Manufacturing offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and excellent growth opportunities.
If you are the right person, if you have the expertise we need, submit your resume now!
