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Mechanical Design Engineering Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Design Engineer

Winfield, KS · On-site

$25 - $45/hr

Design Engineer Join our team as a Design Engineer, where you will take ownership of design and ... Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Plastics Engineering Technology ...

Design Engineer Join our team as a Design Engineer, where you will take ownership of design and ... Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Plastics Engineering Technology ...

HVAC / Mechanical Design Engineer

Overland, KS · On-site

$77K - $105K/yr

Under general supervision, capable of performing all aspects of conventional design engineering, analysis, and studies on new and existing structures. Key Responsibilities: * The Mechanical Engineer ...

Participate actively in team and engineering meetings to support continuous improvement initiatives ... Mechanical design experience with knowledge of tooling design, fixture design, and aerospace ...

Machine Design Engineer

Salina, KS · On-site

$72K - $97K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering * Job experience or internships related to job field * Strong technical base in 3D CAD and engineering fundamentals * Willingness to travel * Able to work ...

Machine Design Engineer

Salina, KS · On-site

$72K - $97K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering * Job experience or internships related to job field * Strong technical base in 3D CAD and engineering fundamentals * Willingness to travel * Able to work ...

Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, this is a mid-level mechanical engineering position where the individual will review customer technical requirements, design electromechanical ...

Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, this is a mid-level mechanical engineering position where the individual will review customer technical requirements, design electromechanical ...

Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, this is a mid-level mechanical engineering position where the individual will review customer technical requirements, design electromechanical ...

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How much do mechanical design engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for mechanical design engineering in Kansas is $81,674.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,800.00 and $91,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is mechanical design engineering?

Mechanical design engineering is a branch of engineering focused on designing, analyzing, and developing mechanical systems and products. Mechanical design engineers use principles of physics, mathematics, and material science to create everything from small individual parts to large-scale machinery. Their work often involves using computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed models and prototypes before manufacturing. This discipline is essential in industries such as automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and consumer electronics, ensuring that products are efficient, reliable, and cost-effective.

What are some of the common challenges mechanical design engineers face when working on cross-functional teams?

Mechanical Design Engineers often collaborate with electrical engineers, manufacturing teams, and project managers. One common challenge is ensuring that the mechanical design aligns with electrical requirements and manufacturability constraints, which can require frequent communication and compromise. Balancing innovative ideas with practical limitations such as budget, materials, and timelines is also a recurring challenge. Successful engineers develop strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to navigate these multidisciplinary interactions effectively.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mechanical design engineer?

To thrive as a Mechanical Design Engineer, you need a solid understanding of engineering principles, proficiency in CAD software, and typically a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and simulation software, as well as knowledge of industry standards and certifications like FE or PE, are commonly required. Strong problem-solving abilities, creativity, effective communication, and teamwork are essential soft skills for excelling in this role. These skills ensure innovative, safe, and efficient design solutions that meet project requirements and industry standards.

What is the difference between Mechanical Design Engineering vs Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering?

AspectMechanical Design EngineeringMechanical Manufacturing Engineering
Primary FocusDesign and development of mechanical components and systemsManufacturing processes, production efficiency, and quality control
Skills & CertificationsCAD software, engineering principles, often requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineeringManufacturing methods, quality assurance, often requires a bachelor's in mechanical or manufacturing engineering
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, labs, CAD workstationsFactories, production lines, manufacturing plants
Industry UsageProduct design, R&D, prototypingMass production, assembly, process optimization

Mechanical Design Engineering focuses on creating and developing mechanical systems and components, while Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering emphasizes the production, process improvement, and quality control of those designs. Both roles require a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles and often collaborate closely in product development cycles.

What are popular job titles related to Mechanical Design Engineering jobs in Kansas? For Mechanical Design Engineering jobs in Kansas, the most frequently searched job titles are:
What cities in Kansas are hiring for Mechanical Design Engineering jobs? Cities in Kansas with the most Mechanical Design Engineering job openings:
Infographic showing various Mechanical Design Engineering job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 86% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,674 per year, or $39.3 per hour.

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Industrial Facilities

Kiewit Corporation

Kansas City, KS • On-site, Remote

$102K - $134K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Requisition ID: 180100 

Job Level: Senior Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial & Water Engineering 

Department: Design Engineering 

Market: Industrial 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Position Overview

If you are viewing this position on other websites, including Linkedin, we recommend you apply to the position directly at our website at www.kiewitjobs.com.

We are adding Senior Mechanical Engineers due to project growth.  With Kiewit, you are at the center of designing and delivering the systems that power America's most complex industrial facilities. This is a role for engineers who want to see their work built-who thrive in fastpaced, designbuild environments where technical depth, field awareness, and problemsolving directly shape project outcomes. You'll work on everything from utility systems and process equipment to heavy industrial infrastructure, collaborating with construction teams to turn engineered concepts into safe, constructible, costeffective solutions. At Kiewit, Mechanical Engineers don't sit on the sidelines-they drive scope, influence design decisions, and help deliver projects that keep industries running.

Candidates shall have a minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical or process engineering, that want to design and see it built.  We are looking for specific experience with one or more of the following: balance of plant design, biogas, bulk solids material handling, water and wastewater treatment, pump stations and pipeline conveyance, groundwater remediation, stormwater recycling, process piping, industrial boilers and chillers, or experience with cooling distribution units (CDU's), Computer room handling units (CRAH), fan walls, and containment modules for air cooling for industrial facilities.  Candidates shall be familiar with current drawing and technical tools, programs, and software with an understanding of design documentation creation and layouts. Candidates shall be capable of exhibiting flexibility in work assignments while maintaining a growth mindset and continuing to develop in their technical and professional career.  This is a great opportunity for you to showcase your mechanical design skills and implement innovative solutions and make a lasting impact, as Kiewit continues to expand in the Industrial marketplace.  If you desire to diversify your experience, and work on different types of facilities, and want to work on EPC, large scale projects, we want to talk with you.    

District Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 3,000 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 140 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery. 
Our rapidly growing Industrial and Water Engineering Group, which includes mechanical,  process, electrical, controls, structural, architectural, geotechnical, and civil disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on EPC and design-build delivery of industrial projects in markets such as Consumer Products, Heavy Manufacturing, Industrial Buildings, Pulp and Paper, Mineral Processing, Renewable Natural Gas, and Industrial Water and Utilities.

Location

This position can be based near one of our main Kiewit design locations - Colorado-Lone Tree, Kansas-Lenexa, Texas-Houston.  Some consideration will be made for fully remote candidates that meet and exceed our requirements.  We offer relocation assistance to the district office in Lenexa Kansas.  

Responsibilities
  • Provide design, coordination, and oversight of various mechanical systems typical for biogas, bulk solids material handling, water and wastewater treatment, pump stations and pipeline conveyance, groundwater remediation, stormwater recycling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, process piping, conveying systems, dust collection, general plant/facility water, compressed air, steam, and gas systems. Mechanical system design includes preparing calculations for both pressurized and gravity driven systems to size lines, material selection, and correct Code requirement application.
  • Manage the completion of all project design calculations and equipment specifications typical for biogas, bulk solids material handling, water and wastewater treatment, pump stations and pipeline conveyance, groundwater remediation, stormwater recycling, and other industrial facilities including, but not limited to, bulk solids conveyors, dust collection equipment, bins/tanks, pumps, heat exchangers, boilers, and other process equipment.
  • Coordinate and communicate all aspects of the project's mechanical design within multi-disciplinary teams; including the management and oversight of third party engineering.
  • Review project contracts, customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs), professional service agreements, or other contractual documents and incorporate into the design as required to ensure the project meets or exceeds project goals.  
  • Provide oversight and coordination of projects, working with the assigned design managers and project managers, to meet project budgets and schedules for all mechanical discipline activities.
  • Manage other design partners (both internal and external) including construction partners, equipment suppliers, and other engineers and designers assigned to the project or task and review work progress and results.
  • Perform detailed technical bid analyses for equipment typical for biogas, bulk solids material handling, water and wastewater treatment, pump stations and pipeline conveyance, groundwater remediation, stormwater recycling, and other industrial facilities. 
  • Generate and check design deliverables such as PFD's, P&ID's, process simulations, datasheets, and vendor shop drawings in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
  • Support the construction team including representing the design team on-site, answering RFI's, providing creative design solutions, etc.
  • Develop schedules, work assignments, and staffing requirements to ensure successful project completion.
  • Perform early project design work such as conceptual studies, process flow diagram development, mass/energy balances, preliminary equipment sizing and selection, and general facility layout/arrangement.
  • Train, mentor, and advise peers and support staff on proper application of industry standards and best practices. 
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent engineering program from an ABET accredited four-year university.
  • Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred or willing to obtain.
  • A minimum of 10 years of industry related engineering experience performing the functions as outlined above for Industrial facilities.   Experience with mechanical design for data centers highly desired or experience with  cooling distribution units (CDU's), Computer room handling units (CRAH), fan walls, and containment modules for air cooling for industrial facilities.  Experience with Alternative Project Delivery (Design/Build, EPC) projects highly desired.
  • Experience leading an engineering and design team and design projects as a lead/senior engineer is preferred.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in basic computing programs including the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Preferred experience utilizing AFT Fathom or AFT Arrow hydraulic simulation software (or equivalent).# LI-JB1

 Other Requirements:
    Regular, reliable attendance
    Work productively and meet deadlines timely
    Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
    Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
    Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
    May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Base Compensation: $125,000/yr - $170,000/yr 
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

This posting will be active from:  07/10/2026  - 09/29/2026  

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.


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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1884