Process Engineer

Applied Engineering•Ripon, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Ripon, WI as a Process Engineer. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. Reporting to our coming-soon Milwaukee office, we welcome candidates from Ripon, Appleton, OshKosh, 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.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering required
4+ years of engineering experience in a metal manufacturing environment preferred; internships and co-op experience can be considered towards experience
Strong background in Lean manufacturing, capability studies, process mapping, FMEA, and root cause analysis
Experience supporting production, troubleshooting processes, and driving measurable improvements
Ability to evaluate equipment proposals and implement new or optimized manufacturing processes
Experience developing work instructions, tooling specifications, and process documentation
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Creo and/or AutoCAD experience a strong plus
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

Examine equipment, processes, and operations to identify improvements in safety, quality, throughput, and cost
Implement process changes, update operational standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives
Select and implement manufacturing processes that enable competitive production costs
Evaluate vendor proposals and support new equipment purchases
Partner with production and maintenance teams to ensure equipment operates at like‑new performance levels
Conduct capability studies, time studies, and process development activities (including visual work instructions)
Provide daily production support, troubleshoot process issues, and drive reductions in scrap, rework, and cycle time
Specify tools, jigs, and fixtures; coordinate projects and participate in Kaizen events
Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners across northern Wisconsin
Contribute to projects that impact communities in Ripon, Appleton, Oshkosh, and the surrounding areas
Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation