Manufacturing Project Engineer
Turning the CornerTopeka, Kansas, United States
Posted March 23, 2026
65000 - 75000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Decades of stability with a growing engineering team, Hands-on development and exposure to full machine lifecycle, Work with a wide range of mechanical systems and complex assemblies, Autonomy to take ownership of your projects, Strong team culture rooted in craftsmanship, collaboration, and doing things the right way
Job Description
Build innovative machinery. Build hands-on experience. Build your career in Topeka. HF Rubber Machinery has been engineering and building industry-leading rubber mixing machines in Topeka for more than 60 years. We're adding a Project Engineer to support our growing workload and help design, refine, and support the equipment our customers rely on around the world.
Requirements
- Support projects from concept through production, working closely with machinists, assemblers, technicians, and other engineers.
- Create, revise, and check engineering drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
- Troubleshoot design and manufacturing challenges and collaborate with production teams to resolve issues.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including job files, engineering changes, and material information in the MRP system.
- Provide technical support for in-house work and subcontracted components.
- Participate in equipment evaluations, site visits, and customer support trips (approx. 5–10 trips per year; occasional international travel).
- Learn the full machine lifecycle—from design to manufacturing to assembly—and develop into a versatile engineering contributor.
Benefits
- Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Life & Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Wellness and employee support programs
