Engineering Technician Jobs in Kansas

Engineering Technician jobs in Kansas draw steady demand from the state's aerospace, defense manufacturing, and energy sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level to senior technician. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Wichita, the Kansas City metro, and Topeka, where major employers like Spirit AeroSystems, Evergy, and Garmin maintain long-term technical workforces. The most consistently sought specialties are electrical systems testing, mechanical inspection, and industrial instrumentation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles50
Top employerBlack & Veatch
Top cityOverland Park, KS
Cities hiring11
Work type55% Hybrid
Top industryConsulting

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Lineage
Maintenance and Engineering Technician II
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Maintenance and Engineering Technician II
Lineage
Olathe, Kansas
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
10,000+

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Black & Veatch
Senior Electrical Engineering Technician - Mission Critical
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Senior Electrical Engineering Technician - Mission Critical
Black & Veatch
Overland Park, Kansas
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Associate's degree in drafting
10,000+

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Black & Veatch
Associate Electrical Engineering Technician - Substation
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Associate Electrical Engineering Technician - Substation
Black & Veatch
Overland Park, Kansas
Business Development
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Associate's degree in drafting
10,000+

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Parsons
Engineering Technician V
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Parsons
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Engineering Technician V
Parsons
Kansas
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Black & Veatch
Entry Level Engineering Technician
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Entry Level Engineering Technician
Black & Veatch
Overland Park, Kansas
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Technical Program Management
$28.32 - $38.71/hr
Associate's degree in drafting
10,000+

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Engineering Technician Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Overland Park
27 jobs
Olathe
7 jobs
De Soto
3 jobs
Leoti
2 jobs
Lenexa
2 jobs
Wichita
2 jobs
Kansas City
2 jobs
Ottawa
1 job
Topeka
1 job

Engineering Technician Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Black & Veatch
    Black & Veatch23
  • Garmin
    Garmin5
  • Panasonic
    Panasonic3
  • Olsson
    Olsson2
  • Seaboard Foods
    Seaboard Foods2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Technology & Software
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Government & Public Sector

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in engineering technician jobs across Kansas.

  • Associate degree in engineering technology or a closely related technical field
  • Hands-on experience with technical drawings, schematics, or CAD software
  • Proficiency with precision measurement tools, calibration equipment, or test instruments
  • Familiarity with quality control standards such as ISO 9001 or AS9100
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications and technical documentation
  • Strong mechanical or electrical troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing or field environment

Engineering Technician Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a engineering technician in Kansas?

Most Kansas employers require at minimum an associate degree in engineering technology from an accredited program, which institutions like Wichita State University's Tech campus and Kansas City Kansas Community College offer. Engineering technicians in Kansas do not hold a state-issued license in most specialties, but certifications such as the NICET credential for systems technicians or ETA International certifications for electronics strengthen candidacy and are recognized by aerospace and utility employers across the state.

Which companies hire engineering technicians in Kansas?

Employers hiring engineering technicians in Kansas right now include Black & Veatch, Garmin, and Panasonic, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Kansas's aerospace manufacturing corridor in and around Wichita makes the state one of the more active markets for technical support roles in aircraft assembly, avionics testing, and systems integration.

Which Kansas cities have the most engineering technician jobs?

Overland Park, Olathe, and De Soto account for the largest share of engineering technician openings in Kansas. Wichita leads because of its deep aerospace and defense manufacturing base anchored by companies like Spirit AeroSystems and Textron Aviation, while the Kansas City metro pulls demand from energy, telecommunications, and light manufacturing employers, and Topeka draws openings through state government facilities and utility infrastructure projects.

Are there remote engineering technician jobs in Kansas?

Yes, but they're rare. Engineering technician work is largely hands-on and tied to physical equipment, production lines, or field sites, which limits remote options. About 55% of engineering technician openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to involve data analysis, technical documentation review, or CAD drafting rather than direct equipment work.

How can I get hired as a engineering technician in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing an associate degree in engineering technology and applying directly to co-op or internship programs that Kansas aerospace employers run alongside Wichita State University and local community colleges. Spirit AeroSystems and Textron Aviation both recruit early-career technicians through structured programs. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as production assembler, quality inspector, or maintenance mechanic can make a lateral move, and earning a NICET Level I or ETA associate certification before applying meaningfully improves competitiveness for entry openings.

Where can I find and apply to engineering technician jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to engineering technician jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and specialization, and apply directly through each listing.

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