Senior Design Engineer - Custom Machinery & Automation at Applied Engineering, Inc.

<h1><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>COMPANY OVERVIEW</strong></span></h1> <p><strong>Senior Design Engineer - Custom Machinery &amp; Automation | </strong><strong>Alexandria, MN</strong><strong> </strong><strong> </strong><strong> </strong></p> <p>Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Alexandria, MN as a Senior Design Engineer - Custom Machinery &amp; Automation. 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 Alexandria, MN metro and beyond to apply.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>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.</p> <h2><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Award Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits</strong></span></h2> <p>Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support</p> <h3><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>BENEFITS AND PERKS</strong></span></h3> <p>Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.</p> <p>Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests.</p> <p>In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive salary</li> <li>401K retirement plan</li> <li>Paid time off and paid holidays</li> <li>Tuition reimbursement</li> <li>Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options</li> <li>Paid overtime</li> <li>Flexible work schedule</li> </ul> <p>Employees working in Alexandria, MN have a short commute from Fergus Falls, Willmar, Osakis, and Glenwood, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.</p> <h3><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>ESTIMATED PAY RANGE</strong></span></h3> <p>Senior Engineer: $45 – $60 per hour, plus overtime as applicable</p> <p>Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations.</p> <h4><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>JOB SUMMARY</strong></span></h4> <p>As a&nbsp;<strong>Senior Design</strong><strong>&nbsp;Engineer - Custom Machinery &amp; Automation</strong>&nbsp;in <strong>Alexandria, MN</strong>, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Design new high‑speed automation machinery focused on efficiency, durability, and cost‑effective performance</li> <li>Develop new equipment concepts and standardize existing machine designs to improve manufacturability and reliability</li> <li>Provide hands‑on troubleshooting support for manufacturing, assembly, and equipment performance issues</li> <li>Improve and update current product lines using new tools, materials, technologies, and lessons learned</li> <li>Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering, manufacturing, and assembly teams to ensure machines meet specification and performance targets</li> <li>Lead or facilitate technical design reviews to support knowledge sharing, peer development, and engineering best practices</li> <li>Apply strong critical‑thinking skills to independently resolve complex mechanical and automation challenges</li> <li>Generate innovative ideas to improve equipment performance, process efficiency, and engineering outcomes</li> <li>Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners to support design, sourcing, and manufacturing needs</li> <li>Contribute to projects that impact communities in Fergus Falls, Willmar, Osakis, and Glenwood, and the greater Alexandria, MN metro</li> <li>Apply your skills in a dynamic, employee‑owned environment that values ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement</li> </ul> <h1><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></span></h1> <ul> <li>Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required</li> <li>8+ years of machine design experience, preferably in packaging automation, custom machinery, or industrial equipment</li> <li>Proven ability to work independently with strong judgment, initiative, and accountability</li> <li>Strong problem‑solving skills for complex mechanical, automation, and system‑level challenges</li> <li>Experience collaborating across manufacturing, assembly, electrical, and cross‑functional engineering teams</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills for design reviews, documentation, and supplier interactions</li> <li>Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement in mechanical design and manufacturing processes</li> <li>Customer‑focused mindset with the ability to meet internal and external assignment needs</li> <li>Willingness to support peer learning, contribute to knowledge sharing, and participate in technical reviews</li> <li>Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as climbing, kneeling, or balancing during equipment evaluations</li> </ul> <h2><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>SKILLS AND VALUES</strong></span></h2> <ul> <li>Capable of working independently and as a team member</li> <li>Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset</li> <li>Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking</li> <li>Effective verbal and written communication</li> <li>Desire to work on a variety of projects</li> </ul> <h2><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></span></h2> <p>Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Alexandria, MN and the greater Alexandria, MN metro area, with support from our Fargo, ND office.</p> <p>Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.</p> <p>Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p> <p>Job ID: 20261038</p>