Process Engineer

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Ripon, WI as a Process Engineer. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value‑add solutions, skill development, and career growth. Reporting to our coming‑soon Milwaukee office, we welcome candidates from Ripon, Appleton, Osh Kosh, 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.

Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support

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:

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime

Employees working in Ripon have a short commute from Sheboygan, Chilton, and Kewaunee, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.

Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations.

As a Process Engineer in Ripon, WI
, you will:

• Examine equipment, processes, and operations to identify improvements in safety, quality, throughput, and cost
• Implement process changes, update operational standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Select and implement manufacturing processes that enable competitive production costs
• Evaluate vendor proposals and support new equipment purchases
• Partner with production and maintenance teams to ensure equipment operates at like‑new performance levels
• Conduct capability studies, time studies, and process development activities (including visual work instructions)
• Provide daily production support, troubleshoot process issues, and drive reductions in scrap, rework, and cycle time
• Specify tools, jigs, and fixtures; coordinate projects and participate in Kaizen events
• Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners across northern Wisconsin
• Contribute to projects that impact communities in Ripon, Appleton, Oshkosh, and the surrounding areas
• Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering required
• 4+ years of engineering experience in a metal manufacturing environment preferred; internships and co‑op experience can be considered toward experience
• Strong background in Lean manufacturing, capability studies, process mapping, FMEA, and root cause analysis
• Experience supporting production, troubleshooting processes, and driving measurable improvements
• Ability to evaluate equipment proposals and implement new or optimized manufacturing processes
• Experience developing work instructions, tooling specifications, and process documentation
• Creo and/or AutoCAD experience a strong plus

• 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

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.