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Process Engineer | Ripon, WI

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. With support from our team across Wisconsin, 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:

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

Employees working in Ripon have a short commute from Osh Kosh, Appleton, and Fond du Lac, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.

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

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

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

• Analyze manufacturing equipment, workflows, and processes to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost efficiency
• Implement process improvements, update operational standards, and support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives
• Select, validate, and implement manufacturing processes that reduce production costs and increase reliability
• Evaluate vendor proposals and support new equipment specification, justification, and installation
• Partner with production and maintenance teams to ensure equipment operates at like‑new performance
• Conduct capability studies, time studies, and process development activities, including visual work instructions
• Provide daily production support, troubleshoot process issues, and reduce scrap, rework, and cycle time
• Specify and develop tooling, jigs, and fixtures; coordinate engineering projects and participate in Kaizen events
• Collaborate with suppliers and Applied partners across northern Wisconsin to strengthen manufacturing performance
• Support projects that impact communities in Ripon, Appleton, Oshkosh, and surrounding areas
• Contribute to a dynamic environment that values ownership, innovation, and hands‑on problem solving

• Bachelor of Science degree required in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Engineering
• 4+ years of engineering experience in a metal manufacturing or production environment preferred; internships and co‑ops may count toward experience
• Strong background in Lean manufacturing, capability studies, process mapping, FMEA, and root cause analysis
• Proven experience supporting production, troubleshooting process issues, and driving measurable improvements in safety, quality, and throughput
• Ability to evaluate equipment proposals, justify capital investments, and implement new or optimized manufacturing processes
• Creo and/or AutoCAD experience strongly preferred; previous 3D CAD modeling experience required
• Experience developing work instructions, tooling specifications, and detailed process documentation

• 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 ID 20261041