Electrical Design Engineer

Applied Engineering, Inc.; Faribault (MN); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Continuing Education Support

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid overtime

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Applied Engineering is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Faribault, MN to design, model, and analyze electrical systems for existing and new products. You will drive cost savings, improve margins, and support early-stage electrical design initiatives in a collaborative environment.

The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of two years’ experience, with a focus on design, modeling, documentation, and sustaining engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an electrical engineer.
• Experience with electrical design, modeling, and documentation.
• Familiarity with sustaining engineering, cost‑reduction initiatives, and ECR processes.
• Ability to identify and execute design improvements that support cost, quality, and performance goals.
• Strong analytical skills and problem‑solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive cost savings, margin improvement, and design enhancements across electrical systems and product lines.
• Perform electrical design, modeling, and analysis for new products and existing electrical assemblies.
• Support research, development, and engineering initiatives, including concept development and early‑stage electrical design.
• Contribute to sustaining engineering activities such as cost‑reduction projects and engineering change requests.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts that strengthen product quality, reduce variation, and streamline electrical assembly processes.
• Collaborate closely with suppliers and internal engineering partners to resolve design challenges and improve manufacturability.
• 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.
• Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation.

Skills

Electrical design

Modeling

Documentation

Sustaining engineering

Cost reduction

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Faribault, MN

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Faribault, MN as an Electrical Design 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 southern Twin Cities metro and beyond to apply.

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.

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will:

• Drive cost savings, margin improvement, and design enhancements across electrical systems and product lines
• Perform electrical design, modeling, and analysis for new products and existing electrical assemblies
• Support research, development, and engineering initiatives, including concept development and early‑stage electrical design
• Contribute to sustaining engineering activities such as cost‑reduction projects and engineering change requests
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts that strengthen product quality, reduce variation, and streamline electrical assembly processes
• Collaborate closely with suppliers and internal engineering partners to resolve design challenges and improve manufacturability
• 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
• Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

This position offers a hybrid schedule with 1–2 days onsite per week and 3–4 days working from home.

Please note: this hybrid arrangement applies only to this role and does not indicate future flexibility for other positions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (required)
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an electrical engineer
• Experience with electrical design, modeling, and documentation
• Familiarity with sustaining engineering, cost‑reduction initiatives, and ECR processes
• Ability to identify and execute design improvements that support cost, quality, and performance goals
• Strong analytical skills and problem‑solving abilities

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.

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 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.

Award Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits

Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support