Mechanical Design Engineer

The role

You will design and engineer large-scale, low-volume mechanical systems including cranes, welded structures, and custom critical-handling equipment. You will lead mechanical design activities from concept through release and support fabrication, assembly, installation, and commissioning.

What you will do

• Design and engineer large-scale, low-volume mechanical systems
• Develop automation and robotic mechanisms
• Lead mechanical design activities from concept through modeling, detailing, and release
• Track and manage project requirements
• Facilitate internal and customer design reviews
• Mentor junior engineers
• Provide technical guidance to support new business initiatives
• Partner with cross-functional engineering groups
• Support fabrication, assembly, installation, and commissioning
• Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners

Required qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 2+ years of experience in machine design, automation, heavy equipment, or large-scale mechanical systems
• Ability to lead and manage complex machine or automation designs from concept through detailing and release
• Demonstrated ownership of engineering projects
• Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience mentoring or guiding individuals or teams through mechanical design processes
• Willingness to travel for installation and commissioning support (typically <10%, periodically up to 25%)
• 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

Nice to have

• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling; SolidWorks strongly preferred

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
• Ownership Opportunity

Before you apply

• 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 dedicated to providing exceptional talent and service to manufacturers across the Midwest and beyond.