Manufacturing Safety Engineer

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Faribault, MN as a Manufacturing Safety 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 southern Twin Cities metro and beyond to apply.  

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.

As a Manufacturing Safety Engineer, you will:

• Lead safety engineering initiatives focused on machine guarding, tooling and fixture safety, ergonomics, and risk reduction in manufacturing environments
• Conduct on‑site assessments to identify hazards, compliance gaps, and engineering‑driven improvement opportunities
• Develop and implement corrective actions aligned with OSHA, ANSI, and internal safety standards
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure safe equipment design and use
• Update documentation, perform risk assessments, and support safety validation activities
• Provide technical guidance and training to reinforce safe work practices across the site
• Communicate project progress, findings, and recommendations to leadership to drive continuous improvement
• 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

• Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
• Experience in Safety Engineering within a manufacturing or industrial environment strongly preferred
• Experience conducting safety assessments, hazard identification, and compliance evaluations in manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, and machine‑safety standards including guarding, lockout/tagout, and ergonomics
• Ability to develop, implement, and validate corrective actions and engineering controls
• Familiarity with tools, fixtures, and equipment design principles related to safe operation
• Strong collaboration skills with engineering, maintenance, operations, and leadership teams
• Experience performing risk assessments, updating safety documentation, and supporting validation activities
• Ability to deliver safety training, technical guidance, and hands‑on instruction to on‑site teams
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a focus on reducing risk and improving safety performance
• 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

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.

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and service to manufacturers across the Midwest and beyond. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.

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.

Our unique company culture blends talent, technology, and flexibility. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and assignments 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
• Continuing Education Support
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime
• Flexible work schedule

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: 20261058