Mechanical Product Engineer
JOB SUMMARY
Reduce product and process complexity through fastener standardization, torque-control strategy, and packaging commonization.
Support product transfers by updating designs, BOMs, drawings, work instructions, and manufacturing-ready documentation.
Partner closely with manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to ensure smooth transitions and production readiness.
Improve product reliability, manufacturability, and consistency through strong DfMA/DFA principles.
Lead engineering updates that streamline assembly, reduce variation, and enhance long-term product performance.
Serve as a hands-on engineering resource during factory launches, NPI efforts, and cross-functional build events.
Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners.
Contribute to projects that impact communities in Northfield, Owatonna, Dundas, Medford, Lakeville, Farmington, Waseca, and Lonsdale, and the greater southern Twin Cities metro.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 5+ years of manufacturing-focused product engineering experience
- Proficient in 3D CAD modeling and engineering change/document-control systems
- Strong background in DfMA/DFA, BOM rationalization, tolerance stack-ups, fastening/joint design, and packaging
- Hands-on experience supporting factory launches, product transfers, or new product introduction (NPI)
- Experience with industrial equipment, electrical equipment, or engineered-to-order products strongly preferred
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
Skills and Values
- 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
BENEFITS AND PERKS
- Competitive salary
- 401K retirement plan
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
- Flexible work schedule