Process Engineer

Process Engineer (Ripon, WI)

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Ripon, Wisconsin 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 upcoming Milwaukee office, we welcome candidates from Ripon, Appleton, Oshkosh, and beyond.

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee‑owned engineering and technology consulting company. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern. Our unique 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.

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime
• Flexible work schedule

• Engineer I: $72,000 - $84,000
• Engineer II: $80,000 - $92,000
• Engineer III: $90,000 - $102,000
• Senior Engineer: $97,000 - $112,000

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 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

Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Ripon and the greater Oshkosh metropolitan area. 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  .