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.

• 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 Solid Works 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.

• Shop Floor
  
  Experience:
  
  Deep, practical knowledge of machining, welding, and metal fabrication.
• CAD/CAM:
  Expert proficiency in Solid Works 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