Independent Contractor Oil Rig Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Kansas

This role offers an experienced, self-motivated mechanical engineer the opportunity to lead product design, project management, customer communication, and manufacturing documentation from initial sale through final delivery. You will design and improve products, serve as the primary engineering contact for customers, and collaborate closely with fabrication and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard of quality.

• Design and develop new mechanical products and enhance existing product designs to meet customer and manufacturing requirements.
• Manage engineering projects from initial sale through final delivery, ensuring all technical and schedule requirements are met.
• Serve as the primary engineering contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle, providing clear and timely communication.
• Create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD to support design, manufacturing, and assembly.
• Generate plasma table files for CNC cutting to support fabrication activities.
• Create accurate assembly drawings and bills of materials to guide manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Coordinate closely with fabrication teams to manage workflow and resolve design or manufacturing issues.
• Monitor project schedules, proactively address risks, and ensure projects stay on time and within defined scope.
• Maintain organized project documentation, drawings, and records to support traceability and future reference.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Professional experience using SolidWorks for 3D modeling and mechanical design.
• Professional experience using AutoCAD for 2D drawings and documentation.
• Proven experience creating manufacturing and assembly drawings.
• Understanding of fabrication and manufacturing processes, including how designs translate to production.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including planning, organization, and schedule management.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate and detailed project documentation.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with customers, fabricators, and internal teams.
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects independently while meeting deadlines.

• Experience in mechanical design and machine design.
• Background in new product development from concept through production.
• General engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

This is an onsite role in a newly built office space that provides a modern, brand-new setup designed to support growth and collaboration. The environment supports close interaction with fabrication and internal teams, enabling direct engagement with manufacturing processes and project workflows. The office is structured to accommodate a growing engineering team and provides a professional setting with access to the necessary design and engineering tools. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) with matching, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a flexible spending account, and paid time off.

This is a Permanent position based out of Rose Hill, KS.

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance 50% Coinsurance Strong employee benefit plan that can be covered upon request.

This is a fully onsite position in Rose Hill,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 2026.

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Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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