Engineering Team Lead

Productive Resources•Salina, KS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Productive Resources is seeking an Engineering Team Lead to join their engineering team for a customer's facility in Salina, KS. This role involves leading the design, development, validation, and continuous improvement of Kubota-branded construction equipment attachments. The selected candidate will provide technical leadership and manage project execution. This is a full-time, indefinite position with opportunities for professional growth within the organization.

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.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise the CE Attachment engineering team, focusing 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.