Kadant Jobs Hiring Now
Kadant is hiring for 11 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in account management and audit, with listed salaries up to about $155,000. Migrate Mate updates Kadant's live openings daily. Kadant is an industrial manufacturing company that designs and builds equipment and systems for process industries, with roles spanning engineering, machining, sales, and corporate functions.
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Kadant hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 11
- Top team
- Account Management
- Seniority
- Mid to senior level
- Work type
- 27% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Lebanon
- Salary range
- $75,000–$155,000
Listed salaries for Kadant roles on Migrate Mate range from about $75,000 to $155,000 per year across 11 open roles, as of July 16, 2026. Some roles list hourly contract rates.
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We currently seek to fill the position Principal Engineer in our R&D Department. This role acts as an individual contributor with technical leadership responsibilities to plan and oversee activities related to the successful execution of R&D and new product development projects, including research, concept development, prototyping, design, testing, manufacturing readiness, and risk management. The Principal Engineer serves as a technical authority on assigned products and projects, all while advancing KBC’s mission of being a forward-thinking, collaborative, and ethical business. This position works typical office hours (M-F 40 hrs. per week / 8 AM-5 PM or similar schedule). Role is eligible for hybrid work after onboarding is complete (3 days in person / 2 remote).
- Creates technical plans for R&D and NPD projects following design control principles through a stage gate process.
- Oversees new equipment designs and updates.
- Follows technological trends as it relates to Company products.
- Investigates problems with new and existing equipment; devises ways of correcting issues.
- Performs and guides others on how to utilize appropriate analytical tools during the design process, including calculations, FEA, FMEA, DFM/DFA, and AI tools.
- Checks work of other engineers.
- Prepares technical information, test plans, and development reports as required.
- Leads program design and progress review meetings as required.
- Reviews and processes engineering change requests and engineering change notices.
- Acts as a technical lead at customer sites; visits customers to help solve problems, research customer needs, and field new products.
- Supports manufacturing, quality control, purchasing, and field service.
- Demonstrates understanding of intellectual property, including interpretation of existing IP and creation of new IP.
- Technical leadership & mentorship.
- Strong collaboration skills across R&D, manufacturing, service, and customers.
- Possesses expert knowledge of mechanical behavior of components under static, dynamic, and fatigue loading.
- Strong machine design experience using weldments, stainless steel, castings, motor gearboxes, and strength of materials.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to be recognized as a technical authority under engineering.
- Proficient with design software, including SolidWorks and ANSYS.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. ERP experience preferred.
- Demonstrates KBC values of personal accountability, discipline, trust, and proactive action.
- This position requires a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university.
- A strong technical background and fifteen or more years’ related experience in industrial machine design is also required.
- A master’s degree in an engineering field is preferred.
- Familiarity with parametric 3D design software is required; SolidWorks experience is preferred.
Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
All benefits are effective upon hire-including medical, dental, vision, and 401k.
We currently seek to fill the position Principal Engineer in our R&D Department. This role acts as an individual contributor with technical leadership responsibilities to plan and oversee activities related to the successful execution of R&D and new product development projects, including research, concept development, prototyping, design, testing, manufacturing readiness, and risk management. The Principal Engineer serves as a technical authority on assigned products and projects, all while advancing KBC’s mission of being a forward-thinking, collaborative, and ethical business. This position works typical office hours (M-F 40 hrs. per week / 8 AM-5 PM or similar schedule). Role is eligible for hybrid work after onboarding is complete (3 days in person / 2 remote).
- Creates technical plans for R&D and NPD projects following design control principles through a stage gate process.
- Oversees new equipment designs and updates.
- Follows technological trends as it relates to Company products.
- Investigates problems with new and existing equipment; devises ways of correcting issues.
- Performs and guides others on how to utilize appropriate analytical tools during the design process, including calculations, FEA, FMEA, DFM/DFA, and AI tools.
- Checks work of other engineers.
- Prepares technical information, test plans, and development reports as required.
- Leads program design and progress review meetings as required.
- Reviews and processes engineering change requests and engineering change notices.
- Acts as a technical lead at customer sites; visits customers to help solve problems, research customer needs, and field new products.
- Supports manufacturing, quality control, purchasing, and field service.
- Demonstrates understanding of intellectual property, including interpretation of existing IP and creation of new IP.
- Technical leadership & mentorship.
- Strong collaboration skills across R&D, manufacturing, service, and customers.
- Possesses expert knowledge of mechanical behavior of components under static, dynamic, and fatigue loading.
- Strong machine design experience using weldments, stainless steel, castings, motor gearboxes, and strength of materials.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to be recognized as a technical authority under engineering.
- Proficient with design software, including SolidWorks and ANSYS.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. ERP experience preferred.
- Demonstrates KBC values of personal accountability, discipline, trust, and proactive action.
- This position requires a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university.
- A strong technical background and fifteen or more years’ related experience in industrial machine design is also required.
- A master’s degree in an engineering field is preferred.
- Familiarity with parametric 3D design software is required; SolidWorks experience is preferred.
Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
All benefits are effective upon hire-including medical, dental, vision, and 401k.
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Working at Kadant
Kadant's 11 open roles are mid to senior level, and about 27% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are account management, audit, and chemical engineering. Kadant is an industrial manufacturing company producing equipment and systems for process industries, including positions in mechanical engineering, skilled trades such as CNC machining and welding, quality systems, business development, sales, and corporate support functions. Most Kadant roles are based in Lebanon, with some in Auburn and Three Rivers.
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How many jobs is Kadant hiring for right now?
Kadant is hiring for 11 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in account management and audit. Open positions include engineering, skilled trades, sales, project management, and corporate functions across multiple U.S. locations. Migrate Mate pulls Kadant's current listings so the count reflects what is actively posted.
What kinds of roles does Kadant hire for?
The most active teams are account management, audit, and chemical engineering. Kadant hires across engineering disciplines such as principal engineer and applications engineer, skilled trades including CNC machinist and welder, project management, regional and business development sales, quality systems, IT, and corporate accounting. Most postings are mid to senior level, though co-op and entry-level positions appear alongside experienced roles.
Are Kadant jobs remote or in-person?
A mix of remote and on-site. About 27% of Kadant's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Lebanon. Each Kadant listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Kadant?
Find a Kadant role you want on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing link through to Kadant's own careers page to submit your application directly. Kadant manages its own hiring process, including interviews and offers. Migrate Mate does not accept applications on Kadant's behalf.
What do Kadant jobs pay?
Listed salaries for Kadant roles on Migrate Mate range from about $75,000 to $155,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at mid to senior level. Some roles list hourly contract rates. Exact pay is set by Kadant and shown on each listing.
Does Kadant hire entry-level?
Most of Kadant's open roles on Migrate Mate are mid to senior level as of July 16, 2026. Entry-level openings are limited. Check individual Kadant listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Kadant hiring?
Most Kadant roles are based in Lebanon, with some in Auburn and Three Rivers, and about 27% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.