Mechanical Engineer

Friesen's Inc is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and prototype automated processing systems, manage small to mid-size projects, and collaborate with clients, sales teams, and management from our Detroit Lakes, Minnesota facility.

Location

Detroit Lakes, MN (onsite)

Responsibilities

• Lead small to mid-size projects from concept to completion with minimal supervision.
• Engineer customized automated processing systems to meet client specifications, applying core engineering principles.
• Develop, refine, and assist with testing across all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery.
• Source components independently with limited guidance.
• Collaborate directly with clients on small to mid-size initiatives.
• Contribute to plant layout planning and optimization.
• Prototype, test, and validate mechanical parts and subassemblies.
• Validate subassemblies for the Senior Engineer, including fixture design, detailing, and assembly requirements.
• Assess feasibility, design, operation, and performance of equipment, components, or systems.
• Investigate equipment failures and troubleshoot difficulties.
• Diagnose faulty equipment or systems and propose improvements.
• Coordinate with internal departments to develop project designs and drawings.
• Review customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, or data to evaluate feasibility, cost, or maintenance needs.
• Demonstrate strong problem-finding and root-cause analysis for mechanical design issues.
• Collaborate with executive management, operations, project management, sales, and controls on client projects, expectations, and deliveries.
• Maintain familiarity with new technologies to improve design and quoting efficiency.
• Gather project information directly from customers and the sales team.
• Draft initial concept layouts for new equipment and systems.
• Present concept layouts to customers and the sales team for review.
• Provide project management support when required or assigned.
• Produce comprehensive engineering documentation, including layout plans, elevations, data sheets, and project specifications.
• Assist Sales during technical visits and project reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.
• Ability to apply principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of mechanical systems.
• Design expertise for producing precision plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• AutoCAD and SolidWorks 3D experience.
• Attention to detail and strong project management capabilities.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player with multitasking ability.

Technologies

• AutoCAD
• SolidWorks 3D

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is required.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Salary

USD 55,000 - 80,000 per year

Experience

• Mechanical engineering: 1 year (Preferred)

Relocation

Relocation to Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 before starting work is preferred.

Work Location

In person