Mechanical Design Engineer

Applied Engineering • Sioux Falls, SD

8d • $35 - $54

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 work with other engineers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, value-added solutions and support equipment manufacturing and assembly. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and career development in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation. 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 varies by level: Engineer I, $34.62–$40.38 per hour; Engineer II, $38.46–$44.23 per hour; Engineer III, $43.27–$49.04 per hour; and Senior Engineer, $46.63–$53.85 per hour. Final compensation depends on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations. Paid overtime may be available.

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting company serving manufacturers across the Midwest and beyond. The company describes its culture as combining talent, technology, and flexibility, and highlights opportunities to take on roles and assignments aligned with employees’ skills and interests. The benefits package includes a 401(k), paid time off and holidays, continuing education support, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance options, paid overtime, and a flexible work schedule.

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, North Dakota area.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship is not offered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Creo is 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 ideas to improve equipment, processes, and engineering outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Continuing education support.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options.
• Paid overtime; availability may depend on the role or work.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates pursuing a long-term opportunity in the Fargo area.
• Employee ownership opportunity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level