Engineering Prototype Technician

Development Technician, Prototype- Kalmar- Ottawa, KS

Salary: $26-28/hour

Who is Kalmar?

Kalmar Ottawa has been part of the Ottawa, KS community since it first became a legal entity in 1943 as Ottawa Steel Products, Inc. making attachments for farm equipment. Since these early days of Ottawa Steel Products the company has gone through many different products and name changes but is known for its current product, the terminal tractor and the name Ottawa Truck.

Kalmar Ottawa not only invented the product but is the global leader in the terminal tractor business, producing over 80,000 units, more than all of its competitors combined. Kalmar Ottawa trucks are known for their superior quality and reliability, which is directly attributed to the employees in Ottawa, KS.

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 Ottawa is a 2022 recipient of the Best of Ottawa- Manufacturing Award

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

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Experience:

• Prototype testing: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $28