Sr. Applications Engineer

GEOTEK LLC; Stewartville (MN); On-site; USD 98,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO & holidays

401k match

HSA contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Profit sharing

Company events

Job summary

GEOTEK LLC seeks a Sr. Applications Engineer to lead the design and evolution of engineered composite products used in critical infrastructure applications. This product-focused role is ideal for a mechanical/structural engineer who owns design from concept through validation and launch, offering significant visibility and impact.

You will lead development, analyze performance, validate through testing, and communicate with customers and stakeholders to drive design decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering.
• 5+ years in product development or structural design.
• Experience with structural analysis and performance-based design.
• Experience with product validation and testing cycles.
• Clear, effective communication of technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of new composite structural products and enhancements to existing product lines.
• Translate performance requirements into engineered design solutions.
• Perform structural analysis and calculations (hand calcs, FEA, modeling).
• Guide prototype builds, validation testing, and product qualification.
• Interpret lab and field test data to drive design decisions.
• Create and review engineering drawings, documentation, and technical specifications.
• Support technical conversations with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Identify product innovation opportunities and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Structural design

Load-bearing design

Materials engineering

Product development

Technical communication

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD tools

FEA

Job description

Brief Description

GEOTEK/PUPI is seeking a Sr. Applications Engineer to help lead the design and evolution of engineered composite products used in critical infrastructure applications. This is a product-focused engineering role- if you are a strong mechanical or structural engineer who enjoys owning product design from concept through validation and launch, this role offers significant visibility and impact.

What You’ll Do

• Lead development of new composite structural products and enhancements to existing product lines
• Translate performance requirements into engineered design solutions
• Perform structural analysis and calculations (hand calcs, FEA, modeling, etc.)
• Guide prototype builds, validation testing, and product qualification
• Interpret lab and field test data to drive design decisions
• Create and review engineering drawings, documentation, and technical specifications
• Support technical conversations with customers and internal stakeholders
• Identify product innovation opportunities and drive continuous improvement

This role blends product engineering, structural design, and technical collaboration.

What We’re Looking For

We are open to experienced engineers from a variety of product-driven industries.

Ideal backgrounds may include:

• Structural or mechanical product design
• Load-bearing component design
• Engineered composites or advanced materials
• Heavy equipment, transportation, building products, or industrial systems
• Manufacturing-focused product engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in product development or structural design
• Strong background in structural analysis and performance-based design
• Experience working through product validation and testing cycles
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Experience with composite materials
• Familiarity with industry codes or standards (any structural codes)
• 3D CAD experience (SolidWorks or similar)
• PE license or path toward licensure

The compensation range for this position is $98,174 - $138,099 annually. Final offers may vary based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The posted range represents the expected earning potential for this position within the current organizational budget and market conditions.

Who We Are

For over 30 years, GEOTEK has been internationally recognized for industry leading composite technologies, engineering, and service. The company has grown PUPI® into the leading global provider of fiberglass crossarms and is committed to adding and developing other market-leading composite brands for the world’s infrastructure. The company was founded in 1990 to manufacture and market Common Sense Fencing and other pultruded fiberglass products. Early on GEOTEK also began producing utility composite crossarms for Pultruded Utility Products, Inc., a company it acquired in 2000 and renamed Pultruded Utility Products International (PUPI) to reflect the global opportunity for these products. PUPI (pronounced “puppy”) is a brand of GEOTEK. Using proprietary processes and several patented inventions, GEOTEK manufactures and distributes engineered fiberglass composites that are used by the transmission and distribution power lines and substations. The company is well positioned for sustained growth and profitability through market expansion and new product offerings.

Our Purpose

As the global leader in composite crossarms, we aim to broaden our engineered composite products in infrastructure applications with light poles and beyond.

Mission

Enhance the world’s infrastructure with engineered composite products.

Vision

Develop, acquire, and grow respected composite product brands; where each product line delivers market-leading reliability, performance, and value to global infrastructure customers.

TRUE Values

• TEAM -we before me
• RELIABLE -every day in every way
• URGENT -the drive to do
• ENTERPRISING -be curious

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Ancillary Benefits
• Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays
• 401k with 4% company match
• HSA employer contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Profit Sharing
• Company Events (steak cookouts, holiday parties, community giving, and more)