Mechanical Engineer

Kraft Tool Company is a manufacturer and distributor of quality concrete and construction hand tools for professional and homeowner use. Kraft Tool Company has manufactured premium construction hand tools for over 45 years. We are a family-owned, global business built on respect, collaboration, and innovation. We are seeking a highly hands-on Manufacturing Engineer for our Shawnee, Kansas facility. This is not a "desk-only" engineering role. You will actively split your time between designing components and working directly on the shop floor. The ideal candidate brings a blend of digital design expertise, physical fabrication skills, and automation knowledge to build, test, and troubleshoot production solutions in real-time. Key Responsibilities Hands-On Troubleshooting: Spend significant time on the shop floor diagnosing machinery and process issues alongside operators. Fixture Design & Build: Design custom manufacturing fixtures in SolidWorks and assist in building or testing them. CNC Programming: Generate and prove out efficient tool paths and machine code using Mastercam directly on the machines. Automation Support: Assist with the setup, programming, and optimization of robotic production cells. Process Improvement: Walk the floor to analyze layouts, conduct time studies, and physically implement lean improvements. Prototyping: Assist in fabricating, welding, or machining prototype parts and new production equipment. Required Skills & Qualifications Shop Floor Experience: Deep, practical knowledge of machining, welding, and metal fabrication. CAD/CAM: Expert proficiency in SolidWorks and Mastercam. Tooling: Proven experience in custom fixture design and mechanical assembly. Mindset: A true "get your hands dirty" attitude with a passion for physical problem-solving. Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field. Minimum of 3 years' experience in goods manufacturing automated work environments. Knowledge of ACUMATICA ERP is a plus. Robotic Programming: Experience programming or troubleshooting industrial robots (e.g., FANUC, Motoman, ABB) for welding, material handling, or assembly is highly desired. This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities required for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. All persons authorized to work for any employer in the United States are encouraged to apply. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this time. EEO Policy / Application Accuracy / Drug Test #J-18808-Ljbffr