Safety Engineer

Applied Engineering•Faribault, MN

13d•$35 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Faribault, MN, as a Safety 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 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.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
5+ years of experience in Safety Engineering within a manufacturing or industrial environment
Strong knowledge of machine guarding standards, ergonomics principles, and safe equipment design
Experience evaluating and improving tools, fixtures, and workstation layouts
Familiarity with OSHA regulations, risk assessments, and incident prevention strategies
Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and deliver results within a short project timeline
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

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

Lead safety engineering efforts related to machine guarding, tools and fixtures, and ergonomics within a manufacturing setting
Conduct on‑site assessments to identify hazards, compliance gaps, and improvement opportunities
Develop and implement corrective actions aligned with OSHA, ANSI, and internal safety standards
Partner with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure safe equipment design and use
Support documentation updates, risk assessments, and safety validation activities
Provide technical guidance and training to on‑site teams to reinforce safe work practices
Deliver progress updates and recommendations to leadership throughout the project duration
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