Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Kansas

Mechanical engineer jobs in Kansas are consistently active, concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, agricultural equipment production, and industrial energy systems, with openings at every level from early-career to senior principal. Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka are the primary hiring markets, home to major employers like Spirit AeroSystems, Textron Aviation, and Burns & McDonnell. The most in-demand specialties across these hubs are structural analysis, HVAC and mechanical systems design, and product development engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles32
Top employerGarmin
Top cityOverland Park, KS
Cities hiring10
Work type60% Hybrid
Top industryConsulting

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Stanley Black & Decker
Mechanical Engineer
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Mechanical Engineer
Stanley Black & Decker
Hesston, Kansas
Biotech & Life Sciences
Engineering (Non-Software)
Research & Academia
$64k - $104k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Mid Continent Controls, Inc.
Mechanical Engineer
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Mechanical Engineer
Mid Continent Controls, Inc.
Derby, Kansas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
$50k - $85k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Craneworks
Mechanical Engineer - Olathe, KS
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Mechanical Engineer - Olathe, KS
Craneworks
Olathe, Kansas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Product Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
201-500

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Garmin
Senior Automation Engineer - Mechanical Engineering
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Senior Automation Engineer - Mechanical Engineering
Garmin
Olathe, Kansas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Mechanical Engineer
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Mechanical Engineer
Mid Continent Controls
Derby, Kansas
Manufacturing Engineering
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Mechanical Engineer Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Overland Park
9 jobs
Olathe
8 jobs
Wichita
6 jobs
Derby
2 jobs
Lenexa
2 jobs
Salina
1 job
De Soto
1 job
Hesston
1 job
Kansas City
1 job

Mechanical Engineer Job Market in Kansas

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

Who's Hiring

Garmin
Garmin6 open roles
Black & Veatch
Black & Veatch5 open roles
CESO
CESO2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Automotive
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Electronics & Hardware

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical engineer jobs across Kansas.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or closely related engineering discipline required
  • Professional Engineer license in Kansas or eligibility to obtain licensure preferred for senior roles
  • Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA required
  • Experience with aerospace, defense, or heavy industrial manufacturing processes strongly preferred
  • Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. security clearance for defense-sector positions
  • Familiarity with GD&T, FEA simulation tools, and engineering change management processes

Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mechanical engineer in Kansas?

You become a mechanical engineer in Kansas by earning a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited program, then pursuing licensure through the Kansas State Board of Technical Professions if your work involves public projects or professional sign-off. The path begins with the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, followed by qualifying experience, then the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam. Many private-sector roles in aerospace or manufacturing hire without a PE license, but registration strengthens long-term advancement.

How much do mechanical engineers make in Kansas?

Mechanical engineers in Kansas earn a median of about $86,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $72,210 for the lowest 10% to over $131,660 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire mechanical engineers in Kansas?

Companies currently hiring mechanical engineers in Kansas include Garmin, Black & Veatch, and CESO, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kansas's aerospace manufacturing base in Wichita and its industrial and energy corridor along the eastern side of the state generate steady demand across both large primes and their supplier networks.

Which Kansas cities have the most mechanical engineer jobs?

Overland Park, Olathe, and Wichita account for the largest share of mechanical engineer openings in Kansas. Wichita dominates because of its concentration of aerospace and aviation manufacturers, while Kansas City draws demand from energy, construction engineering, and defense contractors, and Topeka's openings are driven by state government engineering functions and regional industrial facilities.

Are there remote mechanical engineer jobs in Kansas?

Yes, but they're rare. Mechanical engineering is largely hands-on, with most roles tied to manufacturing floors, test labs, or job sites, which limits fully remote arrangements. About 60% of mechanical engineer openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be in design, analysis, or project management functions where collaboration happens through CAD files and engineering software rather than on-site hardware.

How can I get hired as a mechanical engineer in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate or co-op hire at one of Kansas's aerospace or industrial manufacturers. Spirit AeroSystems and Textron Aviation in Wichita run structured new-graduate programs and regularly hire from Kansas engineering schools like Kansas State University and Wichita State University. Candidates who have completed a capstone project, internship, or relevant coursework in structural analysis or manufacturing processes are competitive. Entry-level titles like associate engineer or design engineer, and an Engineer-in-Training registration from the Kansas State Board of Technical Professions, give a clear edge.

Where can I find and apply to mechanical engineer jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to mechanical engineer jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the ones that match.

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