Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer

Applied Engineering•Fargo, ND

7h•$74,000 - $112,000•Onsite

About The Position

Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer | Fargo, ND Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Fargo, ND as a Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer. 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 Fargo, ND 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 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. Employees working in Fargo, ND, have a short commute from West Fargo, Horace, Harwood, Moorhead, and Dilworth, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota. As a Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer in Fargo, ND, you will: Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Fargo, ND. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
Strong proficiency with hand calculations and fundamental mechanical engineering principles
Demonstrated experience writing engineering substantiation reports or similar technical documentation
Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor for model interrogation and figure creation
Experience using Mathcad (or similar engineering calculation tools) to compile structured engineering reports
Ability to interpret and apply engineering standards, codes, and design criteria
Excellent technical writing skills with strong attention to detail and clarity
Comfortable working onsite in a hands-on engineering environment
Self-directed, analytical, and able to work with minimal oversight
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

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical analysis and develop substantiation reports that clearly document engineering rationale, calculations, assumptions, and compliance with applicable standards
Conduct detailed hand calculations to validate designs, evaluate load cases, and support engineering decisions
Use Autodesk Inventor to extract model data, verify geometry, and create figures and visuals for reports
Write clear scenario descriptions, define boundary conditions, and reference relevant codes, standards, and design criteria
Compile calculations, figures, and narrative into formal engineering documentation using Mathcad
Collaborate with engineering, design, and operations teams to ensure technical accuracy and alignment with project requirements
Work onsite daily to understand real-world conditions, gather data, and support hands-on engineering activities
Drive work independently as a self-starter who can manage priorities, ask the right questions, and deliver high-quality technical documentation
Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners
Contribute to projects that impact communities in West Fargo, Horace, Harwood, Moorhead, and Dilworth, and the greater Fargo, ND metro