Sr. Applications Engineer
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Structural Engineer, Product Engineer, Materials Engineering
- Location 1421 2nd Avenue Northwest,Stewartville, MN, 55976,United States
- Base Pay $98,174.00 - $ / Year
- Job Category Manufacturing, Engineering, Production
- Industry Manufacturing, Engineering, Production
- Employee Type Full Time Office
- Required Degree 4 Year Degree
- Name Derek Nelson
GEOTEK/PUPI is seeking a Sr. Applications Engineer to help lead the design and evolution of engineered composite products used in critical infrastructure applications.
This is a product-focused engineering role- if you are a strong mechanical or structural engineer who enjoys owning product design from concept through validation and launch, this role offers significant visibility and impact.
What You'll DoLead development of new composite structural products and enhancements to existing product lines
Translate performance requirements into engineered design solutions
Perform structural analysis and calculations (hand calcs, FEA, modeling, etc.)
Guide prototype builds, validation testing, and product qualification
Interpret lab and field test data to drive design decisions
Create and review engineering drawings, documentation, and technical specifications
Support technical conversations with customers and internal stakeholders
Identify product innovation opportunities and drive continuous improvement
This role blends product engineering, structural design, and technical collaboration.
What We're Looking ForWe are open to experienced engineers from a variety of product-driven industries.
Ideal backgrounds may include:
Structural or mechanical product design
Engineered composites or advanced materials
Heavy equipment, transportation, building products, or industrial systems
Manufacturing-focused product engineering
QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering
5+ years of experience in product development or structural design
Strong background in structural analysis and performance-based design
Experience working through product validation and testing cycles
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly
Nice to Have (Not Required)Experience with composite materials
Familiarity with industry codes or standards (any structural codes)
3D CAD experience (Solid Works or similar)
PE license or path toward licensure
If you're a strong product-focused engineer who can design for performance and durability, we want to hear from you.
The compensation range for this position is $98,174 - $138,099 annually. Final offers may vary based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The posted range represents the expected earning potential for this position within the current organizational budget and market conditions.
Who We Are
For over 30 years, GEOTEK has been internationally recognized for industry leading composite technologies, engineering, and service. The company has grown PUPI into the leading global provider of fiberglass crossarms and is committed to adding and developing other market-leading composite brands for the world's infrastructure. The company was founded in 1990 to manufacture and market Common Sense Fencing and other pultruded fiberglass products.
Early on GEOTEK also began producing utility composite crossarms for Pultruded Utility Products, Inc., a company it acquired in 2000 and renamed Pultruded Utility Products International (PUPI) to reflect the global opportunity for these products. PUPI is a brand of GEOTEK. Using proprietary processes and several patented inventions, GEOTEK manufactures and distributes engineered fiberglass composites that are used by the transmission and distribution power lines and substations.
The company is well positioned for sustained growth and profitability through market expansion and new product offerings.
Our Purpose
As the global leader in composite crossarms, we aim to broaden our engineered composite products in infrastructure applications with light poles and beyond.
Mission
Enhance the world's infrastructure with engineered composite products.
Vision
Develop, acquire, and grow respected composite product brands; where each product line delivers market-leading reliability, performance, and value to global infrastructure customers.
TRUE Values
- TEAM
-we before me - RELIABLE
-every day in every way - URGENT
-the drive to do - ENTERPRISING
-be curious - Health, Dental, Ancillary Benefits
- Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays
- 401k with 4% company match
- HSA employer contribution
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Profit Sharing
- Company Events (steak cookouts, holiday parties, community giving, and more)
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