Engineering Positions (Vortex Companies)

Join Our Engineering Team at Vortex Companies!

Are you passionate about solving complex problems, designing innovative solutions, and making a real impact in the world of engineering? At Vortex Companies, we’re looking for a variety of driven and collaborative engineers to join our team in Salina, Kansas. As part of our dynamic engineering department, you’ll work on cutting-edge projects, contribute to meaningful improvements in material handling systems, and grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

We believe in empowering our employees with the tools, training, and trust they need to succeed. If you're ready to bring your ideas to life and be part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and teamwork — we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for bulk material handling equipment.
• Create detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, sales, and service teams to ensure designs are practical and meet customer needs.
• Conduct testing and analysis to validate designs and troubleshoot issues.
• Support product improvement initiatives and contribute to R&D efforts.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and company quality procedures.
• Other job duties as assigned with each specific role.

Our Salina Locations:

• Vortex Dry Bulk & Solids Facility (1725) – Primary production site for bulk and solids handling components.
• Spectrum Metalcraft (304) – Custom metal fabrication, abrasive blast and precision work.
• Hamar Automation (850) – Primary CNC Machining and Air Cylinder assembly

Roles we are currently looking for:

• Drafter
• Designer
• Design Engineer
• Industrial Engineer
• Electrical Engineer
• Controls Engineer
• Engineering Interns

Requirements

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree an Engineering related field (Mechanical, Industrial, etc).
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in industrial or manufacturing settings.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Nice to have (but not required):

• Experience with pneumatic systems or bulk material handling equipment.
• Familiarity with FEA or other simulation tools.
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma knowledge.

Ready to work with Us?

If you're excited about engineering challenges and want to be part of a company that values your ideas and expertise, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and let’s build something great together.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefit Packages
• LaunchPad Career Trajectory Path Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance

• Profit Sharing Plan
• Corporate Wellness Program
• Company sponsored events quarterly
• Paid voluntary life insurance
• Cancer, disability, vision and dental on voluntary basis

APPLICATION FORM WAIVER

In exchange for the consideration of my job application by Vortex Corporation, I agree that:

Neither the acceptance of this application nor the subsequent entry into any type of employment relationship, either in the position applied for or any other position, and regardless of the contents of employee handbooks, personnel manuals, benefit plans, policy statements, and the like as they may exist from time to time, or other Vortex practices, shall serve to create an actual or implied contract of employment, or to confer any right to remain an employee of Vortex, or otherwise to change in any respect the employment-at-will relationship between it and the undersigned, and that relationship cannot be altered except by a written instrument signed by the President /or CFO of the Company. Both the undersigned and Vortex may end the employment relationship at any time, without specified notice or reason. If employed, I understand that the Vortex may unilaterally change or revise their benefits, policies and procedures and such changes may include reduction in benefits.

I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application. I understand that the misrepresentation or omission of facts called for is cause for dismissal at any time without any previous notice. I hereby give the Company permission to contact schools, previous employers (unless otherwise indicated), references, and others, and hereby release the Company from any liability as a result of such contract.

I also understand that (1) Vortex has a drug and alcohol policy that provides for pre-employment testing as well as testing after employment; (2) consent to and compliance with such policy is a condition of my employment; and (3) continued employment is based on the successful passing of testing under such policy. I further understand that continued employment may be based on the successful passing of job-related physical examinations.

I understand that, in connection with the routine processing of your employment application, Vortex may request from a consumer reporting agency an investigative consumer report including information as to my credit records, character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. Upon written request from me, Vortex, will provide me with additional information concerning the nature and scope of any such report requested by it, as required by the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

I further understand that my employment with Vortex will have a sixty (60) days benefit waiting period, and further that at any time during the waiting period or thereafter, my employment relation with Vortex is terminable at will for any reason by either party.

This Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age or disability. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with this Company depends solely on your qualifications.

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