Machine Design Engineer
Machine Design Engineer | Shoreview, MN
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Shoreview, MN as a Machine 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 St. Paul metro and beyond to apply.
This position is based onsite in Shoreview, Minnesota. Candidates must be willing to relocate to the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
Employees working in Shoreview, MN have a short commute from Roseville, Arden Hills, New Brighton, Mounds View, Vadnais Heights, Little Canada, North Oaks, White Bear Lake, Lino Lakes, and Blaine, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota. For candidates considering a move, the Twin Cities offer a vibrant engineering community with abundant outdoor recreation, scenic trails, lakes, and a high quality of life.
As a Machine Design Engineer, you will:
Design and engineer large‑scale, low‑volume mechanical systems including cranes, welded structures, and custom critical‑handling equipment
Develop automation and robotic mechanisms for extreme‑duty lifting, motion, and precision‑handling applications
Lead mechanical design activities from concept through modeling, detailing, and release using SolidWorks
Track and manage project requirements, ensuring technical accuracy and on‑schedule execution
Facilitate internal and customer design reviews, presenting concepts, engineering decisions, and progress updates
Mentor junior engineers while collaborating closely with chief and principal engineers to refine design approaches
Provide technical guidance to support new business initiatives and custom engineered‑to‑order lifting solutions
Partner with cross‑functional engineering groups to establish new design standards and contribute to continuous improvement
Support fabrication, assembly, installation, and commissioning of large mechanical systems, including occasional travel to customer sites
Innovate mechanical solutions for unique lifting, motion, and automation challenges not found in traditional factory environments
Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners
Contribute to projects that impact communities in Roseville, Arden Hills, New Brighton, Mounds View, Vadnais Heights, Little Canada, North Oaks, White Bear Lake, Lino Lakes, and Blaine and the greater St. Paul metro
Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
5+ years of experience in machine design, automation, heavy equipment, or large‑scale mechanical systems
Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling; SolidWorks strongly preferred
Ability to lead and manage complex machine or automation designs from concept through detailing and release
Demonstrated ownership of engineering projects with a track record of driving them to completion
Strong planning, organizational, and communication skills
Experience mentoring or guiding individuals or teams through mechanical design processes
Willingness to travel for installation and commissioning support (typically