Mechanical/Design Engineer
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- Date: Nov 11, 2026
- Location: Carthage, MO, US
Summary of Position
Performs engineering work related to researching, designing, and developing equipment using electro-mechanical products and tools to develop and commission production equipment. Will collaborate with others to implement tools for production processes. Responsibilities include meeting production and quality objectives using effective technology techniques and quality materials.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Design, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 7+ years of experience in machine design, automation, manufacturing engineering, or a related engineering role.
- Experience using 2D and 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
- Proven ability to lead equipment design projects from concept through implementation.
- Strong communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to work collaboratively with production, maintenance, and engineering teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience designing custom equipment or automation systems in a manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with industrial automation, robotics, PLCs, servo systems, or control systems.
- Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
- Experience applying GD&T and engineering drafting standards.
- Ability to read, interpret, and create engineering drawings.
- Knowledge of machining, fabrication, and manufacturing processes.
- Project management experience involving capital equipment installations.
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Our Commitment to You
We recognize that no candidate will possess every desired qualification. If you are excited about designing innovative manufacturing equipment and believe your experience aligns with most of the requirements, we encourage you to apply.
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Company
Leggett & Platt
We, at Leggett Dynamics, are searching for a Senior Machine Design Engineer within our Automotive team. Did you know we are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and two suppliers within the automotive industry? That’s right! Our automotive products fall into four primary groups: Seating and Lumbar support, Motors, Actuators and Massage Systems. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.
We are seeking a Machine Design Engineer to design, develop, and commission production equipment that improves safety, quality, efficiency, and automation within our manufacturing operations.
This role works closely with manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering teams to take projects from concept through implementation. The ideal candidate has a strong background in machine design and enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges while leading equipment development projects that have a direct impact on plant performance.
This position offers the opportunity to see your designs become reality by supporting equipment fabrication, installation, testing, and startup activities.
Our Values
Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.
Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.
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We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett Dynamics, a business unit of Leggett & Platt, Incorporated, is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!
Leggett & Platt Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need accessibility or assistance to apply for career opportunities through this site, please email us to ensure your inquiry is directed to a member of the Human Resources Staff.
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