Engineer I — Product Engineering

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About Kubota

Kubota builds equipment that supports the work and livelihoods of people across North America — from compact tractors to construction equipment and turf care solutions. Our Product Engineering teams ensure that Kubota equipment meets the performance, quality, and usability expectations of our customers across all regions.

Overview

The Engineer I — Product Engineering performs entry‑level engineering work to support product development, new product introduction, and cross‑functional engineering activities. This role assists in adapting global product designs for regional market needs, supports prototype builds and field evaluations, and contributes to engineering documentation and issue resolution under guidance.

What You’ll Do

Support product development activities by assisting with design updates, engineering documentation, and prototype evaluations.
Collaborate with global engineering teams to understand product intent and contribute to adapting new platforms for regional market requirements.
Assist in new product introduction activities, including design reviews, build support, and issue tracking.
Support engineering change requests, product development requests, and assembly‑related engineering activities.
Assist with engineering support for internal events, operator evaluations, and product demonstrations.
Provide cross‑functional support to manufacturing, quality, service, and marketing teams as needed.
Support dealer surveys, product evaluations, and photo documentation activities.
Contribute to field test site coordination, equipment readiness, and adherence to safety procedures.
Prepare clear, accurate engineering reports, documentation, and presentations.
Maintain engineering databases, BOMs, and change documentation in accordance with established procedures.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Agricultural, or related engineering field.
Foundational CAD skills (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA).
Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline.
Ability to follow structured workflows and accept coaching.
Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.

Physical Requirements

Sufficient mobility and physical reflexes to function effectively in a general office environment and perform the duties outlined above.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
The position will require walking, standing and sitting in field, shop, office and computer environments.
Exposure to damp/wet conditions, chemicals, fumes, moving mechanical parts, electrical shock, and excessive noise level at times.
Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) is provided and must be used.

Disclaimer

The information provided in the description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents within the classification. This description is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of employees assigned to this job/classification. This job is intended to include the current essential functions of the job. Management reserves the right to add or modify the duties and responsibilities and to designate other functions as essential at any time.

Kubota is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.
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