Mechanical Engineer - Cost & Design Improvements

Applied Engineering • Faribault, MN • 1d ago

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Mechanical Engineer - Cost & Design Improvements | Faribault, MN,

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Faribault, MN, as a Mechanical Engineer - Cost & Design Improvements. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. We welcome candidates from the southern Twin Cities metro and beyond to apply.

Innovation, problem solving, integrity, and collaboration are a few things you'll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace, then we would like to get to know you better.

Award Winning - Employee Owned - Comprehensive Benefits

Relocation Assistance - Ownership Opportunity - Continuing Education Support

BENEFITS AND PERKS

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.

Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:

Competitive salary

401K retirement plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options

Paid overtime

Flexible work schedule

Employees working in Faribault, MN, have a short commute from Northfield, Owatonna, Dundas, Medford, Lakeville, Farmington, Waseca, and Lonsdale, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE

Engineer I: $34.62-$40.38/hour

Engineer II: $38.46-$44.23/hour

Engineer III: $43.27-$49.04/hour

Senior Engineer: $46.63-$53.85/hour

Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations. Paid overtime may be available.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Mechanical Engineer - Cost & Design Improvements in Faribault, MN, you will:

Drive cost savings, margin improvement, and mechanical design enhancements across product lines

Perform mechanical design, modeling, and analysis for new and existing components and assemblies

Support RDE initiatives, including concept development, prototyping, and early-stage mechanical design work

Contribute to sustaining engineering activities, including cost-reduction projects and engineering change requests (ECRs)

Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to implement design improvements and resolve mechanical issues

Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners

Contribute to projects that impact communities in Northfield, Owatonna, Dundas, Medford, Lakeville, Farmington, Waseca, and Lonsdale, and the greater southern Twin Cities metro

Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering

Minimum 2 years of experience as a mechanical engineer

Experience with mechanical design, modeling, and documentation

Familiarity with sustaining engineering, cost-reduction initiatives, and ECR processes

Ability to identify and execute mechanical design improvements supporting cost, quality, and performance goals

Strong analytical skills and mechanical problem-solving abilities

SKILLS AND VALUES

Capable of working independently and as a team member

Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity

Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset

Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking

Effective verbal and written communication

Desire to work on a variety of projects

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Faribault, MN, and the southern Twin Cities metro area, with support from our Brooklyn Park, MN, office.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.

Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job ID: 20261067

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