Product Design Engineer

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth.

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 a competitive salary; 401K retirement plan; paid time off; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options; plus a flexible work schedule.

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE
$80,000 - $100,000, DOE

JOB SUMMARY

As a Product Design Engineer in Fargo, ND, you may: develop detailed 3D models and 2D drawings using Creo; lea the design and integration of castings, weldments, forgings, and structural brackets across tractor platforms; conduct rigorous design reviews and apply engineering tools such as DFMEA, DFM/DFA, boundary diagram interface analysis, tolerance stack-up, and 7-step problem solving; support prototype builds and field validation efforts, resolving design and integration issues during development and testing phases; ensure all designs meet safety, durability, and regulatory requirements while optimizing for cost and weight; collaborate with suppliers to confirm design feasibility, manufacturability, and material selection; maintain accurate design documentation, BOMs, and change management records within PLM systems; work closely with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Testing, Product Validation, and Supply Chain teams to deliver high-performance tractor systems, and work collaboratively with suppliers and other Applied partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Ag & Biosystems Engineering required
• Proficient in Creo for 2D drawings and 3D design
• 5+ years in mechanical design engineering, preferably in agricultural, automotive, or heavy equipment sectors
• Strong understanding of casting, forging and weldment processes, GD&T, material selection, and structural design principles
• Experience with DFMEA, DFM/DFA, tolerance stack-up, and structured problem-solving methodologies
• Familiarity with PLM systems for documentation and change control
• Knowledge of material selection and supplier collaboration for manufacturable solutions
• Ability to integrate mechanical components into complex systems with cross-functional dependencies

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

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please consider joining Applied’s team of talented employees!

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.