Manufacturing Engineer - Continuous Improvement

Applied Engineering; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation

Ownership opportunity

Education support

401K

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Insurance package

Paid overtime

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Applied Engineering, Inc. in Faribault, MN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer - Continuous Improvement to lead initiatives improving safety, ergonomics, labor efficiency and gross margin across the Power Test / Loadbanks value stream.

You will redesign processes, support cost-reduction initiatives, conduct time studies, and develop SOPs while partnering with EHS, Quality and Production teams to validate safety and process improvements.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering and process improvement.
• Experience improving workstation safety and ergonomics.
• Strong analytical and cross-functional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives to improve workstation safety, ergonomics, manufacturability, labor efficiency, and gross margin.
• Identify hazards and implement engineered controls to reduce risks.
• Redesign processes, tooling, and workstations to lower labor content.
• Support cost-reduction and value engineering initiatives.
• Conduct time studies and ergonomic evaluations to quantify gains.
• Develop SOPs and visual work instructions for safe assembly.
• Collaborate with EHS, Quality and Production to validate improvements.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering experience

Analytical skills

Effective communicator

Cross-functional collaboration

Hazard mitigation

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor of Science in Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Manufacturing Engineer - Continuous Improvement | Faribault, MN

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Faribault, MN as a Manufacturing Engineer - Continuous Improvement. 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 salary
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime
• Flexible 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: $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.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Manufacturing Engineer - Continuous Improvement in Faribault, MN , you will:

• Lead manufacturing engineering initiatives to improve workstation safety, ergonomics, manufacturability, labor efficiency, and gross margin across the Power Test / Loadbanks value stream
• Identify and prioritize engineering‑addressable hazards, implementing engineered controls to reduce workplace risks
• Redesign processes, tooling, and workstations to lower labor content and improve assembly consistency
• Support value‑engineering and cost‑reduction initiatives that enhance manufacturability and gross margin
• Conduct time studies and ergonomic evaluations to quantify improvement opportunities
• Develop clear work instructions, SOPs, and visual aids that support safe, repeatable assembly
• Partner with EHS, Quality, and Production teams to validate safety and process improvements
• Drive measurable performance gains through structured analysis, implementation, and verification of engineering solutions
• 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

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering required
• Background in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or industrial engineering
• Experience improving workstation safety, ergonomics, and hazard mitigation
• Skilled in process redesign, tooling development, and workstation optimization
• Ability to identify labor inefficiencies and reduce assembly variation through engineering solutions
• Experience supporting value engineering and cost‑reduction initiatives
• Strong analytical skills for validating operational and financial impacts
• Effective communicator with collaborative, cross‑functional problem‑solving abilities

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 in Faribault, MN, and the 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: 20261061