COMPANY OVERVIEW

Safety Engineer | Faribault, MN,

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Faribault, MN, as a 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. 

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 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.

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE

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.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Safety Engineer in Faribault, MN, you will:

• Lead safety engineering efforts related to machine guarding, tools and fixtures, and ergonomics within a manufacturing setting
• Conduct on‑site assessments to identify hazards, compliance gaps, and improvement opportunities
• Develop and implement corrective actions aligned with OSHA, ANSI, and internal safety standards
• Partner with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure safe equipment design and use
• Support documentation updates, risk assessments, and safety validation activities
• Provide technical guidance and training to on‑site teams to reinforce safe work practices
• Deliver progress updates and recommendations to leadership throughout the project duration
• 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

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in Safety Engineering within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of machine guarding standards, ergonomics principles, and safe equipment design
• Experience evaluating and improving tools, fixtures, and workstation layouts
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations, risk assessments, and incident prevention strategies
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and deliver results within a short project timeline

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 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