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Mechanical Design Engineer

IAC
Overland Park, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 1/29/2026 CLOSED ON 3/29/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Design Engineer position at IAC?

Position Overview

The Mechanical Engineer (Air Pollution Control) in this role will be responsible for leading the complete mechanical design of Dust Collection, Pneumatic Conveying, Material Handling, and Bulk Storage Systems and related Equipment. Key duties include conceptualizing, designing, and optimizing systems to meet client specifications and regulatory standards. This role involves project management, CAD modeling, equipment selection, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of projects. The engineer will also conduct feasibility studies, troubleshooting, and provide technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle. The goal is to deliver efficient, cost-effective, and reliable systems that enhance industrial processes while ensuring safety and compliance.


Primary Responsibilities:


  • Assist in the design of new equipment by applying accumulated mechanical expertise.
  • Analyze and propose modifications to existing dust collection, material transport, and storage equipment.
  • Specify, integrate, review, and approve the procurement of air movement, material handling, and bulk storage equipment.
  • Provide real-time support to address construction-related issues.
  • Adapt designs based on cost considerations and manufacturing capabilities.
  • Organize, create, and maintain detailed drawings and bills of materials.
  • Collaborate with project management to ensure adherence to project schedules.
  • Liaise with various IAC departments, customers, and suppliers as needed to provide technical support for business operations.


Requirements:


  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
  • Profound mechanical aptitude.
  • 2-4 years of industrial design engineering experience.
  • Project management background is advantageous.
  • Experience with belt conveyors, bucket elevators, and bulk storage equipment.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD; 3D experience in Inventor and Solidworks is highly preferred.
  • Comprehensive technical knowledge in air pollution control, including fabric filter and material transport systems.
  • Familiarity with MS Office Suite products.
  • Exceptional verbal, written, technical, conceptual, and organizational skills.


NOTE: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other agreed-upon responsibilities to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.


Basic Responsibilities of All Positions

· Act with integrity and honesty and add value to the company.

· Work with others as a team and communicate effectively.

· Offer solutions to problems, and think creatively, but always use common sense.

· Simplify tasks, procedures, routines, drawings, etc. whenever possible.

· Be aware of how others are affected by your actions.


Please Note: We are not seeking assistance from recruiting agencies or outside staffing support. Direct applicants only.

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