Electrical Engineer - Cost & Design Improvements

COMPANY OVERVIEW Electrical Engineer - Cost & Design Improvements | Faribault, MN, Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Faribault, MN, as an Electrical Engineer - Cost & Design Improvements. 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. Award Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support BENEFITS AND PERKS 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. 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. In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including: Competitive salary401K retirement planPaid time off and paid holidaysTuition reimbursementMedical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance optionsPaid overtimeFlexible work schedule Employees working in Faribault, MN, have a short commute from Northfield, Owatonna, Dundas, Medford, Lakeville, Farmington, Waseca, and Lonsdale, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota. ESTIMATED PAY RANGE Engineer I: $40.45–$46.52/hour Engineer II: $44.14–$50.76/hour Engineer III: $47.83–$55.00/hour Senior Engineer: $51.51–$59.24/hour Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations. Paid overtime may be available. JOB SUMMARY As an Electrical Engineer - Cost & Design Improvements in Faribault, MN, you will: Drive cost savings, margin improvement, and design enhancements across electrical systemsPerform electrical design, modeling, and analysis for new and existing productsSupport RDE initiatives, including concept development and early‑stage design workContribute to sustaining engineering activities, including cost‑reduction projects and engineering change requests (ECRs)Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, reduce variation, and streamline assemblyWork collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partnersContribute to projects that impact communities in Northfield, Owatonna, Dundas, Medford, Lakeville, Farmington, Waseca, and Lonsdale, and the greater southern Twin Cities metroApply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (required)Minimum 2 years of experience as an electrical engineerExperience with electrical design, modeling, and documentationFamiliarity with sustaining engineering, cost‑reduction initiatives, and ECR processesAbility to identify and execute design improvements that support cost, quality, and performance goalsStrong analytical skills and problem‑solving abilities SKILLS AND VALUES Capable of working independently and as a team memberStrong work ethic and unwavering integrityExcellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindsetCuriosity, problem solving, and analytical thinkingEffective verbal and written communicationDesire to work on a variety of projects ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Faribault, MN, and the greater southern Twin Cities metro area, with support from our Brooklyn Park, MN office. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship. Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job ID: 20261066