Product Engineer - Mechanical

Great Plains Ventures • Wichita, KS

12h • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for the design and development of positive‑displacement pumps and related components, including metal castings, injection‑molded plastics, and stampings. You will work closely with the pump cross‑functional team, product managers, mechanical and electrical engineers, and manufacturing process engineers to ensure products are optimized for performance, manufacturability, cost, and quality.

A key focus will be integrating emerging technologies to streamline user experience and enhance product functionality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 2 years of mechanical design experience, including 3D CAD
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes: machining, casting, plastics, assembly
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, including Excel formulas
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with GD&T, CFD, and FEA
• Project management experience
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor
• Experience with ERP systems
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma principles

Responsibilities

• Communicate with engineering personnel to coordinate designs and keep projects on schedule and within budget
• Lead design and development of components and assemblies for new products
• Apply strong mechanical design skills to conceptualize and implement innovative product solutions
• Generate detailed engineering documentation and internal technical reports
• Apply mechanical codes such as UL, CE, and IECEx
• Perform prototype testing and coordinate field testing as needed
• Prepare bills of materials and support production launch planning
• Schedule and lead design reviews across internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with management, production, and marketing to evaluate engineering feasibility, cost‑effectiveness, and customer demand
• Manage multiple tasks and projects while prioritizing based on business needs
• Maintain strong organization, self‑motivation, and accountability
• Follow all facility safety requirements, company policies, and ethical guidelines

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Group Health Insurance (Shared Cost)
• Group Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company‑Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Profit‑Sharing Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level