Weld Manufacturing Engineer

Salina, KSGreat Plains Manufacturing is currently seeking a Weld Manufacturing Engineer for our facility in Salina, KS.The schedule for this full-time position is typically Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Primary Duties ResponsibilitiesDesign Weld Fixtures, CNC machining fixtures, and other misc. fixtures as needed in a safe and cost-effective wayServe as support resource while tooling is builtSpend time on the production floor assisting with process improvements, with primary focus on welding procedures and processesParticipate in manufacturing lean initiatives and error proofing of toolingManage multiple projects and tooling designsWork with other designers, ME group, production plants, and shop personnel to improve fixture efficiencies and user-friendly designs that are easy to machine, build & weld in productionDesign or spec fixtures, carts, tooling, etc. (for both robot and hand welding)Complete documentation and PO#’s for items & materials for tooling projectsReceive tooling requests, create Tooling numbers, enter information & order parts in our time tracking & parts ordering softwareMay be required to work some Fridays depending on workload; work on the manufacturing floor with the production team is required at times Submitting engineering change requests (ECR’s) back to the design team related to fixture design, such as: adding origin points, positioning holes, and dimensioning scheme Follow all Great Plains, OSHA, ISE safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipmentOther duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environmentPreferred Skills And QualificationsBachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Design Drafting, Mechanical Technology, or similar field; one to two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; welding and weld process experience strongly preferredPossess a strong working knowledge of manufacturing processes and techniquesOne year of experience in tooling design or tooling build preferredSolid modeling experience required, Creo Parametric, Solid Works or equivalentMust be a strong team player with attention to detailsCNC mill & lathe programming experience a plusPrevious design work using Metric materials, preferredKnowledge of press brake and punch press operation preferredKnowledge of selection, machinability & heat treating of tool steels preferredPossess basic computer skills such as but not limited to Outlook, Excel, WordAt Great Plains Manufacturing, our people drive our success, making us an exceptional place to work and thrive. With over 50 years of experience as a leading manufacturer of agricultural, farm, and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas, we are proud to be part of the Kubota organization. We have recently expanded with our new construction equipment division. If you're self-motivated, passionate about achieving goals, and value collaboration, we encourage you to apply to join our dynamic team. With over 2,300 dedicated professionals, Great Plains Manufacturing is committed to fostering innovation and supporting your professional growth. Join our team and be part of our exciting journey! Explore opportunities on our Careers page at www.WorkForGPM.com.