Mechanical Design Engineer - Reverse Engineering
COMPANY OVERVIEWMechanical Design Engineer - Reverse Engineering | Brooklyn Park, MNApplied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Brooklyn Park, MN as a Mechanical Design Engineer - Reverse Engineering. 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 southwest Minneapolis, MN 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 BenefitsRelocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education SupportBENEFITS AND PERKSApplied 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 salary401K retirement planPaid time off and paid holidaysTuition reimbursementMedical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance optionsPaid overtimeFlexible work scheduleEmployees working in Brooklyn Park, MN have a short commute from Chaska, Shakopee, Savage, Carver, and the Southwest Minneapolis metro, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.ESTIMATED PAY RANGEEngineer I: $72,000 - $84,000Engineer II: $80,000 - $92,000Engineer III: $90,000 - $102,000Senior Engineer: $97,000 - $112,000Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations.JOB SUMMARYAs a Mechanical Design Engineer - Reverse Engineering in Brooklyn Park, MN, you will:Support transformer remanufacturing and mechanical redesign projects with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and long‑cycle engineering workflowsUse Faro tripod scanners and Creaform handheld scanners to capture precise physical measurements of transformer components and assembliesConvert scan data into accurate 2D detailed drawings for gaskets, flanges, mounting structures, and mechanical interfacesApply minimal 3D modeling techniques in Inventor to support drawing creation and ensure dimensional accuracyPerform mechanical modification design work for transformer components based on scan outputs and engineering requirementsContribute to redesign projects, including mounting structures for mobile substations and other transformer‑related systemsCollaborate with engineering teams and subject‑matter experts to validate measurements, drawings, and design intentEnsure drawing accuracy to support manufacturing, remanufacturing, and field modification activitiesWork collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners to support project executionContribute to engineering projects impacting communities in Chaska, Shakopee, Savage, Carver, and the southwest Minneapolis metroQUALIFICATIONSBachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) requiredExperience with scanning technologies such as Faro tripod systems or Creaform handheld scanners strongly preferredAbility to convert physical measurements and scan data into accurate 2D engineering drawings using InventorFamiliarity with minimal 3D modeling workflows to support drawing creation and dimensional accuracyUnderstanding of mechanical components used in transformers, including gaskets, flanges, and mounting structuresAbility to work on long‑cycle, detail‑intensive engineering projects requiring precision and consistencyStrong collaboration skills for working with cross‑functional engineering, field, and remanufacturing teamsHigh attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, manufacturable drawingsAbility to validate measurements, confirm design intent, and support field or supplier discussions as neededStrong problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret scan data, resolve discrepancies, and ensure drawing accuracySKILLS AND VALUESCapable of working independently and as a team memberStrong work ethic and unwavering integrityExcellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindsetCuriosity, problem solving, and analytical thinkingEffective verbal and written communicationDesire to work on a variety of projectsADDITIONAL INFORMATIONPlease consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Brooklyn Park, MN and the greater Southwest Minneapolis metro area.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: 20261042/3