Engineering Jobs in Indiana
Engineering jobs in Indiana are concentrated in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend, where manufacturers, defense contractors, and infrastructure firms compete for talent at every level from entry-level to senior principal. Major employers with deep roots in the state include Eli Lilly, Cummins, and Rolls-Royce, each running large engineering teams across mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing disciplines. Demand is strongest for mechanical, civil, and systems engineers, reflecting Indiana's heavy industry and logistics infrastructure. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Grand Design is currently sourcing an Engineering Director to join our team. As a Grand Design team member in this role, you will ensure that we design and build our products that help GDRV customers have a positive RV ownership experience. Work closely with the Product Managers, Plant Managers, QC/Codes & Compliance and other Operations teams to develop efficient systems capable to safely manufacture high quality products for Grand Design.
Founded in 2012, Grand Design has become one of the fastest-growing RV brands in history and is consistently rated among the highest quality RV manufacturers in North America. Case in point? August 2023 was cause for celebration after Grand Design produced its 250,000th recreational vehicle. "Reaching this mark is not just a testament to the hard work and vision of our incredible team, but it is also a reflection of the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us," (Don Clark, President and CEO).
"We strive for nothing less than customers for life." As our journey continues, Grand Design remains focused on its mission: to lead the industry in quality and innovation, while fostering a family-like connection among our team members, customers, and dealers.
That's our story and our journey. What's yours?
If you like working in a fast-paced environment, connect with purpose, execute with excellence, and are ready to transform the road ahead, we welcome you to begin your journey by applying today!
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Lead Product Engineering teams to enable GDRV to deliver product that exceeds dealer & retail customer expectations.
- Develop/improve standards, processes, and metrics for engineering teams.
- Build and motivate a strong team with bench strength by attracting and developing people.
- Work closely with the General and Product Managers to help materialize cost, quality, and functional requirements of the product vision.
- Ensure products and processes are validated prior to launch to seamlessly launch within manufacturing.
- Investigate and implement manufacturing processes to reduce costs, and improve reliability, efficiencies, and product quality.
- Lead conduit between Grand Design and ATG along with other enterprise engineering leaders.
- Assist in the assessment and acquisition of relevant intellectual property protection.
- Some travel required.
- Perform other duties as required.
Education & Experience
- 10+ years of engineering and quality experience in manufactured products, 5+ years in leadership.
- Embodies and displays GDRV's GRAND values.
- Self-starter with high integrity and a bias towards action.
- Strong collaborator with a proven ability to influence and gain alignment.
- Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills, detail oriented with the ability to solve complex problems.
- Experience with RV products, system requirements and manufacturing techniques.
- Experience with developing and improving quality management systems in a manufacturing environment, experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 9004 preferred.
- Strong knowledge of product development processes with experience using safety and risk mitigation tools.
- Experiences with non-metallic materials, structural designs, and FEA.
- Strong leadership and development skills with a strategic mind.
- Strong oral and written and communication skills.
- B.Sc in Electrical, Mechanical, or similar engineering degree preferred.
Physical Demands
- Able to spend time and work within manufacturing plants.
- Able to work early and flexible hours.
Our Core Values
- Gratitude - Safely serving team members and our communities through humility and empathy to make our company, communities, and world a better place.
- Respect - Acting with integrity and transparency because believing in each other is the building block for all other relationships.
- Accountability - Holding each other to the highest expectations in all we say and do.
- iNnovation - Striving to be industry-leading with our people, processes, and products.
- Drive - Determined to exceed the expectations of our team members, vendors, dealers, and retail customers.
At Grand Design, we believe ALL people are leaders and hold each other accountable to high expectations.
Leadership Expectations:
-
Connect with Purpose
- Be inclusive; seek out different perspectives.
- Focus on the Customer; put yourself in the customer's shoes.
- Communicate Clearly; say what needs to be said and listen.
-
Execute with Excellence
- Explore Possibilities; ask, "What if?" and embrace new ideas.
- Set Direction; prioritize, plan, and align; balance thinking and action.
- Drive Results; get the right things done; work with a sense of urgency.
-
Build the Future
- Transform the Road Ahead; anticipate opportunities; seek new opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Navigate Change; be agile and flexible; take on new challenges.
- Inspire Growth; help each other improve; commit to personal development.
If you are the right candidate for this position, as a Grand Design Team Member you will be eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, Short & Long-Term Disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) with match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Holiday and Vacation Pay
Grand Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Grand Design is currently sourcing an Engineering Director to join our team. As a Grand Design team member in this role, you will ensure that we design and build our products that help GDRV customers have a positive RV ownership experience. Work closely with the Product Managers, Plant Managers, QC/Codes & Compliance and other Operations teams to develop efficient systems capable to safely manufacture high quality products for Grand Design.
Founded in 2012, Grand Design has become one of the fastest-growing RV brands in history and is consistently rated among the highest quality RV manufacturers in North America. Case in point? August 2023 was cause for celebration after Grand Design produced its 250,000th recreational vehicle. "Reaching this mark is not just a testament to the hard work and vision of our incredible team, but it is also a reflection of the trust and loyalty our customers have placed in us," (Don Clark, President and CEO).
"We strive for nothing less than customers for life." As our journey continues, Grand Design remains focused on its mission: to lead the industry in quality and innovation, while fostering a family-like connection among our team members, customers, and dealers.
That's our story and our journey. What's yours?
If you like working in a fast-paced environment, connect with purpose, execute with excellence, and are ready to transform the road ahead, we welcome you to begin your journey by applying today!
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Lead Product Engineering teams to enable GDRV to deliver product that exceeds dealer & retail customer expectations.
- Develop/improve standards, processes, and metrics for engineering teams.
- Build and motivate a strong team with bench strength by attracting and developing people.
- Work closely with the General and Product Managers to help materialize cost, quality, and functional requirements of the product vision.
- Ensure products and processes are validated prior to launch to seamlessly launch within manufacturing.
- Investigate and implement manufacturing processes to reduce costs, and improve reliability, efficiencies, and product quality.
- Lead conduit between Grand Design and ATG along with other enterprise engineering leaders.
- Assist in the assessment and acquisition of relevant intellectual property protection.
- Some travel required.
- Perform other duties as required.
Education & Experience
- 10+ years of engineering and quality experience in manufactured products, 5+ years in leadership.
- Embodies and displays GDRV's GRAND values.
- Self-starter with high integrity and a bias towards action.
- Strong collaborator with a proven ability to influence and gain alignment.
- Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills, detail oriented with the ability to solve complex problems.
- Experience with RV products, system requirements and manufacturing techniques.
- Experience with developing and improving quality management systems in a manufacturing environment, experience with ISO 9001 and ISO 9004 preferred.
- Strong knowledge of product development processes with experience using safety and risk mitigation tools.
- Experiences with non-metallic materials, structural designs, and FEA.
- Strong leadership and development skills with a strategic mind.
- Strong oral and written and communication skills.
- B.Sc in Electrical, Mechanical, or similar engineering degree preferred.
Physical Demands
- Able to spend time and work within manufacturing plants.
- Able to work early and flexible hours.
Our Core Values
- Gratitude - Safely serving team members and our communities through humility and empathy to make our company, communities, and world a better place.
- Respect - Acting with integrity and transparency because believing in each other is the building block for all other relationships.
- Accountability - Holding each other to the highest expectations in all we say and do.
- iNnovation - Striving to be industry-leading with our people, processes, and products.
- Drive - Determined to exceed the expectations of our team members, vendors, dealers, and retail customers.
At Grand Design, we believe ALL people are leaders and hold each other accountable to high expectations.
Leadership Expectations:
-
Connect with Purpose
- Be inclusive; seek out different perspectives.
- Focus on the Customer; put yourself in the customer's shoes.
- Communicate Clearly; say what needs to be said and listen.
-
Execute with Excellence
- Explore Possibilities; ask, "What if?" and embrace new ideas.
- Set Direction; prioritize, plan, and align; balance thinking and action.
- Drive Results; get the right things done; work with a sense of urgency.
-
Build the Future
- Transform the Road Ahead; anticipate opportunities; seek new opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Navigate Change; be agile and flexible; take on new challenges.
- Inspire Growth; help each other improve; commit to personal development.
If you are the right candidate for this position, as a Grand Design Team Member you will be eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurance, Accidental Injury, Critical Illness, Short & Long-Term Disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) with match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Holiday and Vacation Pay
Grand Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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What Indiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering jobs across Indiana.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license issued or recognized by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related ABET-accredited discipline
- Proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA
- Experience with manufacturing processes, quality systems, or product development cycles
- Familiarity with industry standards such as ISO, ASME, or IPC depending on the specialty
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional project collaboration
Engineering Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering in Indiana?
To become a licensed professional engineer in Indiana, you must earn a bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program, pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an Engineer Intern, gain qualifying work experience, and then pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Licensure is granted through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency. Many employers hire engineers before licensure and support the process while you gain the required experience.
Which companies hire engineerings in Indiana?
Companies currently hiring engineerings in Indiana include Eli Lilly, SAIC, and McKesson, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Indiana's manufacturing base and defense sector mean engineering openings are spread across automotive suppliers, pharmaceutical producers, and aerospace contractors with long-standing operations in the state.
Which Indiana cities have the most engineering jobs?
Indianapolis, Crane, and Lebanon have the most engineering openings in Indiana. Indianapolis drives the largest share of listings as the state capital and home to major headquarters in life sciences, defense, and infrastructure, while Fort Wayne and South Bend anchor strong manufacturing and automotive supplier clusters that sustain consistent engineering demand.
Are there remote engineering jobs in Indiana?
Yes, but they're rare. About 28% of engineering openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most engineering roles in the state's manufacturing and industrial sectors. Remote opportunities tend to cluster in software-adjacent engineering functions such as systems engineering, controls design, and technical project management where on-site presence is less critical.
How can I get hired as a engineering in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship during your degree program, as Indiana employers like Cummins, Rolls-Royce, and Eli Lilly run structured programs that regularly convert to full-time hires. New graduates can also target Engineer I or associate engineer roles at Indiana-based manufacturers and utilities. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early signals commitment and gives candidates a concrete edge over other applicants without experience.
Where can I find and apply to engineering jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to engineering jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the ones that match your background.
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