Mechanical Design Engineer

Applied Engineering•Detroit, MI

8d•$35 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Engineering is seeking a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join its Fargo, North Dakota team. The role involves designing complex industrial equipment and machinery, developing new equipment, and standardizing existing equipment using Creo. The engineer will provide hands-on support to production, troubleshoot manufacturing and assembly issues, and improve existing product lines using new tools, materials, and lessons learned. The position works with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and Applied partners to ensure machines meet specifications. It also involves leading or facilitating technical design reviews, independently resolving complex technical challenges, and generating ideas to improve equipment, processes, and engineering outcomes. The work contributes to projects in the Fargo metro area and surrounding communities. Candidates must be willing to relocate to the Fargo area. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates pursuing a long-term opportunity there. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not offered. Compensation depends on experience, skills, and role alignment, with pay ranges listed by engineer level. Paid overtime may be available.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
At least 5 years of machine design experience.
Ability to work independently with sound judgment and initiative.
Strong problem-solving skills for complex technical challenges.
Experience collaborating across business functions and contributing to team success.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Willingness to relocate to the Fargo, ND area.
Legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not offered.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Creo (preferred).

Responsibilities

Design and develop new equipment and standardize existing equipment using Creo.
Troubleshoot manufacturing and assembly issues and provide hands-on support to the production team.
Improve and update current product lines using new tools, materials, and lessons learned.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure machines are built to specification.
Lead or facilitate technical design reviews to support knowledge sharing and peer development.
Apply critical thinking to resolve complex technical challenges independently.
Generate innovative ideas to improve equipment, processes, and engineering outcomes.
Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners.