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 and prioritize effectively
Responsibilities
Lead safety engineering efforts related to machine guarding and ergonomics
Conduct on-site assessments to identify safety hazards and compliance gaps
Develop and implement corrective actions aligned with OSHA and ANSI standards
Partner with teams to ensure safe equipment design and usage
Support documentation updates and safety validation activities
Provide technical guidance and training to reinforce safe work practices
Deliver progress updates and recommendations to leadership
Benefits
Relocation assistance
Ownership opportunity
Continuing education support
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Paid time off and holidays
401K retirement plan
Flexible work schedule
Full Job Description
Manufacturing Safety Engineer | Faribault, MN,
Applied Engineering, Inc. is 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.
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. BENEFITS AND PERKS
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 ManufacturingSafety Engineer in Faribault, MN, you will:
Lead safety engineering initiatives focused on machine guarding, tooling and fixture safety, ergonomics, and risk reduction in a manufacturing environment
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
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
5+ years of 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
Skill in delivering 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
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.
