Eng. Prototype Technician

Eng. Prototype Technician- Kalmar- Ottawa, KS

Salary: $26 - $28 (hourly)

Who is Kalmar?

• Kalmar is the industry forerunner in port automation and energy efficient cargo-handling- unique in its ability to enable seamless integration of different terminal processes.
• Kalmar is the world’s leading manufacturer of terminal tractors- Kalmar Ottawa has built over 80,000 terminal tractors/yard trucks and the majority of them are still in use today.
• One in every Four container moves around the globe is handled by a Kalmar solution
• Cargotec recently invested $22 mil EUROS into the Ottawa, KS manufacturing facility to increase manufacturing capabilities of the current Terminal Tractor line and bring an Electric Terminal Tractor to market- Now is the time to join our team if you are interested in opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Kalmar is 2022 recipient of the Best of Ottawa- Manufacturing Award!

What makes Kalmar GREAT:

• Kalmar’s commitment to sustainability- Our sustainability focus areas are: people & society, environment and governance.
• Kalmar believes in collaboration, delivering on our promise and that people make the future.
• Team members can expect to be appreciated, respected and highly valued.

Kalmar offers an EXCELLENT employee benefit's package including:

• Company-paid Medical, Dental, Vision & Life insurance option (effective your first day of employment)
• Flexible Spending Account for medical expenses
• Company-paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance Policy (2X’s annual salary, max $300k) (Additional life insurance policies available for self, spouse and children)
• Company paid holidays, paid sick time & paid vacation time
• 401k Plan –company matches first 6% of employee contributions into the 401K plan,
• 401K Plan-employees are eligible to participate on the 1stday of the month following 30 days of employment- employees are 100% vested immediately upon enrollment (no waiting period)
• Tuition reimbursement & Professional Development Assistance offered and more….

Making your next move count

Purpose of Position:

To perform engineering, documentation, and prototype assembly tasks related to New Product Development, for both Diesel and Electric powered Kalmar Terminal Tractors based on customer needs, legislation, and internal requirements. Also, to assist in other tasks when needed.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Prototype Mechanical/Electrical Component Installations
• Prototype Structural Framework including Chassis & Body
• Prototype Fabrication of Component Brackets
• Prototype of Electrical Wiring Harnesses
• Assist Manufacturing Engineering in Production Tooling Maintenance and Fabrication including Major Weldments to Drill Templates.
• Troubleshoot complex Mechanical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic and Electrical systems
• Liaison of new products and existing Product Improvements through Assembly Line.
• Test newly developed products and product improvements.
• Perform all job duties within company guidelines, policies, standards, and specifications. Also ensure that each task is performed correctly the first time.
• Perform all other job related duties as assigned and delegated by the supervisor.

What you’ll need to succeed

Education:

• High School

Competencies:

• Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems related to mobile equipment preferred
• Working knowledge of product development environments and processes
• Strong understanding of assembly processes and good understanding of manufacturing processes
• Strong aptitude for learning new software tools to complete above responsibilities
• Ability to work from Engineering drawings, layouts, sketches, schematics, and written task lists or verbal instructions
• Ability to perform all types of testing per Engineering test plan.
• Willingness to accept Responsibilities with minimum supervision to accomplish tasks assigned with the “do whatever it takes to get it done right” attitude.
• Fluent in English both spoken and written

You will be part of

Kalmar currently employs more than 4,800 professionals worldwide. One of our most important values is: We do it together. We value team skills, as well as innovativeness, customer orientation, and a willingness to commit to continuous improvement. We work closely with our customers and partners - across language, cultural, and professional borders. We see diversity as a common strength and valuable resource for Kalmar’s future.

Interested in joining the Kalmar Team?

Please submit your resume/CV to be considered!

Kalmar is part of Cargotec

Kalmar offers the widest range of cargo handling solutions and services to ports, terminals, distribution centers and to the heavy industry. Kalmar is the industry forerunner in terminal automation and in energy efficient container handling, with one in four container movements around the globe being handled by a Kalmar solution. Through its extensive product portfolio, global service network and ability to enable a seamless integration of different terminal processes, Kalmar improves the efficiency of every move. www.kalmarglobal.com

Kalmar is part of Cargotec. Cargotec's (Nasdaq Helsinki: CGCBV) sales in 2021 totaled approximately EUR 3.3 billion and it employs around 11,000 people. www.cargotec.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ottawa, KS 66067: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $28