Design Engineer Ii

DESIGN ENGINEER II – Anderson Dahlen Inc., Ramsey, MN (also Waconia, MN)

Apply for this position in our Specialty Equipment segment, which offers end-to-end design, manufacturing, integration, installation, and maintenance of advanced systems.

The Design Engineer II works within the Food & Beverage Unit, analyzing customer requirements and designing fabricated components and systems with a focus on manufacturability, safety, cost, and performance. The role collaborates with operations, sourcing, quality, and project management to deliver high-quality, compliant equipment.

Provide design calculations, prototypes, and technical support, balancing safety, cost, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance while researching advanced technologies. Input into make‑vs‑buy decisions and assist with quality/inspection plans.

• Creates designs, specifications, models, bills of material, and manufacturing drawings.
• Coordinates with production to ensure manufacturability, tolerance stack‑up, and surface finish.
• Maintains product safety, compliance, and cost effectiveness.
• Builds or supervises prototype construction for testing and approval.
• Reviews customer models and drawings for missing or incorrect information.
• Updates or creates solid models based on customer requirements.
• Modifies existing designs to improve performance or integrate new technology.
• Performs engineering calculations for component sizing and process equipment.
• Conducts customer site visits for installation and support when required.
• Engages customers during quotation to clarify requirements.
• Works with QA to define inspection plans.
• Collaborates with Project Manager on production planning and ERP entries.
• Communicates with production supervisors to advance design and material flow.
• Keeps abreast of manufacturing technology research and development.
• Maintains professionalism and a team approach across the department.
• Ensures a favorable company image and honest customer relationships.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• BS degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Machine Design, Process Design, or related field with 5+ years experience in manufacturing/fabrication.
• AAS degree in relevant field such as Mechanical Design with 10+ years experience.
• Solid experience in product design and manufacturing, especially Design For Manufacturing (DFM).
• 3D CAD experience (preferably Solid Works).
• Knowledge of GD&T principles strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of ASME, FEA calculations preferred.
• Experience with FMEA, DVP&R, Quality Control, and site installation a plus.
• Project development and leadership skills essential.
• Experience with customer interaction under time constraints a definite plus.
• Software/controls engineering and system design principles experience a plus.
• Reviewing and analyzing prototypes and product modifications experience preferred.

• Lift/Carry – 0‑10 lb. occasionally, 11‑50 lb. occasionally, 51‑100 lb. never.
• Push/Pull – 0‑25 lb. occasionally, 26‑75 lb. occasionally, 76‑100 lb. never.
• Bend – 0‑33% of shift;
  Twist/Turn – 0‑33% of shift;
  Kneel/Squat – none;
  Sit – 67‑100% of shift;
  Stand/Walk – 0‑33% of shift;
  Overhead Reaching – 0‑33% of shift;
  Ladder/Stair – 0‑33% of shift.

Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

$77,350 to $113,500 annually.

• Mid-Senior level

• Contract

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Machinery Manufacturing