Job Description

Design Engineer I

Assaria, KS

Great Plains Manufacturing, a subsidiary of Kubota, is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join our R&D team in Assaria, KS to design agricultural implements. 

This is an on-site position based in Assaria, KS and works Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Design new innovative large Ag implements and OEM products from concept through production.
• Manage all aspects of design projects including concept, prototyping, testing and design for manufacturability & assembly (DFMA).
• Provide support to manufacturing to ensure product is fabricated, welded and assembled based on the intended functionality of the design.
• Present design concepts, features, opportunities and challenges to the Great Plains management team.
• Utilize analysis software, evaluate field testing and recommend design modifications to optimize product designs.
• Create detailed drawings, bill of materials, test plans, etc.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product to engineering team lead. 
• 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. 

Preferred Skills and Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's Degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural or BioSystems Machinery Engineering, or related engineering discipline from a four-year college or university with 0 to 3 years of experience.
• Experience with PTC Creo (or Solid Works), PLM tools (Windchill), FEA software and Microsoft Office tools.
• Understanding of manufacturing methods and ability work in a fast-paced environment within a diverse group.
• Excellent communicator who performs well solving problems and working in a team environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience troubleshooting and resolving field and shop issues safely
• Knowledge of hydraulic and electronic integration is a plus.
• Knowledge of design of castings, forgings and plastics is a plus.
• Knowledge of farming practices and equipment helpful.
• Willing and able to travel out of state for multiple days during development and testing phases

Great Plains Manufacturing, headquartered in Salina, KS, is a proud subsidiary of Kubota with more than 50 years as a Kansas leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of agricultural implements, including seeding, tillage, and landscaping equipment. Our new Construction Equipment Division adds Kubota-branded skid steers, compact track loaders, and CE attachments, supported by Kubota Construction R&D Engineering in Salina. Operating in eight Kansas communities with five divisions—Great Plains Ag; Land Pride; Great Plains International; Great Plains Trucking; and the Construction Equipment Division—we employ over 2,000 people and are committed to innovation and professional growth. If you are self-motivated, goal-oriented, and collaborative, explore open opportunities at www.WorkForGPM.com.