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Manufacturing Engineer

Applied Engineering, Inc.
Fargo, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 10/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2026
| Fargo, ND

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Fargo, ND as a Manufacturing Engineer. 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 Fargo-Moorhead metro to apply.

Employees working in Fargo, ND, will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will:

  • Manage and optimize manufacturing processes
  • Drive continuous improvement and optimizing operations to ensure manufacturing safety, quality, and efficiency
  • Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to solve quality-related process issues and implement solutions
  • Collaborate with the production team to troubleshoot issues and provide technical guidance
  • Implement tooling and fixture improvements to optimize processes
  • Create work instructions and training materials
  • Participate in safety incident investigations and provide technical guidance for countermeasures
  • Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners
  • Contribute to projects that impact communities in the greater Fargo-Moorhead metro
  • Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or Ag/Biosystems Engineering required
  • Excellent root cause analysis skills
  • Proficient in Creo and TeamCenter; experience with Visual Basic and MS Office helpful
  • Comfortable working in a production environment
  • Prior manufacturing experience is preferred; internships and co-ops can be counted as professional experience in this role
  • 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

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE

Engineer I: $34.62–$40.38/hour

Engineer II: $38.46–$44.23/hour

Engineer III: $43.27–$49.04/hour

Senior Engineer: $46.63–$53.85/hour

Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations. Paid overtime may be available.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and service to manufacturers across the Midwest and beyond. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.

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.

Our unique company culture blends talent, technology, and flexibility. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and assignments aligned with your skills and interests.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:

  • Competitive salary
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Continuing Education Support
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
  • Paid overtime
  • Flexible work schedule

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Fargo, ND and the greater Fargo-Moorhead metro.

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: 20261104

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