Mechanical Design Engineer

The role

You will design and develop new equipment and standardize existing equipment. You will troubleshoot manufacturing and assembly issues and provide support to the production team.

What you will do

• 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
• Contribute to projects that impact communities in West Fargo, Moorhead, Dilworth, and Horace, and the greater Fargo, ND metro

Required qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• 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

Nice to have

• Creo

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Continuing Education Support
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime
• Flexible work schedule
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

Before you apply

• Candidates must be willing to relocate to the Fargo, ND, area
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• We do not offer sponsorship

About the company

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting company providing talent and service to manufacturers across the Midwest and beyond.