COMPANY OVERVIEW

Manufacturing Engineer | Grafton, ND

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Grafton, 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. Reporting to our Fargo, ND office, we welcome candidates from the Grand Forks, ND 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 Grafton, ND have a short commute from Cavalier, Hallock, and Warren, 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: $74,000 - $86,000

Engineer II: $82,000 - $94,000

Engineer III: $90,000 - $103,000

Senior Engineer: $97,000 - $112,000

Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Manufacturing Engineer in Grafton, ND, you will:

• Assist with day-to-day manufacturing or mechanical engineering tasks across production, quality, and process improvement 
• Support troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement activities
• Participate in equipment setup, testing, validation, or maintenance tasks as needed
• Collect data, document findings, and contribute to process updates or standard work
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational goals
• Perform hands-on work on the production floor to understand processes and drive improvements
• Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners
• Contribute to projects that impact communities in Cavalier, Hallock, and Warren, and the greater Grand Forks, ND metro
• Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
• Ability to work onsite daily in a hands-on environment
• Strong initiative and willingness to learn
• Solid communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Comfortable working in manufacturing or industrial settings
• Internship, co-op, or project experience in manufacturing, mechanical systems, or process improvement 
• Exposure to CAD tools, basic troubleshooting, or lean/continuous improvement concepts
• Ability to adapt quickly and manage multiple tasks

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 Grafton, ND and the greater Grand Forks, ND metro area, with support from our Fargo, ND 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.

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