Senior Design Engineer - Custom Machinery & Automation

Applied Engineering•Brooklyn Park, MN

4d•$45 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Brooklyn Park, MN as a Senior Design Engineer – Custom Machinery & Automation. This role is also commutable from key northwest‑metro corridor cities including Rogers, Otsego, Albertville, Monticello, Big Lake, Elk River, Zimmerman, Becker, Maple Grove, Dayton, and St. Michael. 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 Northwest Minneapolis, MN metro and beyond to apply. You will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota. 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 in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required
8+ years of machine design experience, preferably in packaging automation, custom machinery, or industrial equipment
Proven ability to work independently with strong judgment, initiative, and accountability
Strong problem‑solving skills for complex mechanical, automation, and system‑level challenges
Experience collaborating across manufacturing, assembly, electrical, and cross‑functional engineering teams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for design reviews, documentation, and supplier interactions
Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement in mechanical design and manufacturing processes
Customer‑focused mindset with the ability to meet internal and external assignment needs
Willingness to support peer learning, contribute to knowledge sharing, and participate in technical reviews
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as climbing, kneeling, or balancing during equipment evaluations
Willingness to travel to Alexandria, MN up to 25% of time for professional delivery of services
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

Design new high‑speed automation machinery focused on efficiency, durability, and cost‑effective performance
Develop new equipment concepts and standardize existing machine designs to improve manufacturability and reliability
Provide hands‑on troubleshooting support for manufacturing, assembly, and equipment performance issues
Improve and update current product lines using new tools, materials, technologies, and lessons learned
Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering, manufacturing, and assembly teams to ensure machines meet specification and performance targets
Lead or facilitate technical design reviews to support knowledge sharing, peer development, and engineering best practices
Apply strong critical‑thinking skills to independently resolve complex mechanical and automation challenges
Generate innovative ideas to improve equipment performance, process efficiency, and engineering outcomes
Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners to support design, sourcing, and manufacturing needs
Contribute to projects that impact communities in Brooklyn Center, Maple Grove, Plymouth, Osseo, Champlin, Coon Rapids, Fridley, New Hope, Crystal, Robbinsdale, Golden Valley, Minneapolis, and the greater Northwest Minneapolis, MN metro
Apply your skills in a dynamic, employee‑owned environment that values ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement