Application Engineer

Mac Lean-Fogg is seeking an Application Engineer in Chesterfield, MI to develop customer-focused engineering solutions and support the application of new and existing products. In this role, you'll serve as a technical liaison between customers and Mac Lean-Fogg, develop engineering proposals, and support product development, testing, and successful launches. Your work will help strengthen customer relationships, expand product applications, and support business growth.

• Location: Chesterfield, MI
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Schedule: Standard business hours
• Pay: $90,000–$100,000/year
• Employment Type: Full-time / Salary
• Travel: Up to 20%

• Identify potential product applications and collaborate with customers to develop engineering solutions using new or existing Mac Lean-Fogg products.
• Serve as a technical liaison between Mac Lean-Fogg and customers, building relationships and communicating product capabilities, technical advantages, and application solutions.
• Initiate product feasibility reviews and quotation requests based on customer engineering specifications and functional requirements. Communicate quotations to customers and Mac Lean-Fogg Account Managers.
• Develop engineering proposal drawings and CAD models that align customer requirements with Mac Lean-Fogg's manufacturing capabilities.
• Coordinate product launch documentation and requirements, including quality specifications, prototype timelines, and production ramp schedules.
• Conduct product application testing to support product development and customer applications, including preparing test plans, evaluating results, and documenting findings.
• Provide engineering support at customer locations, including assistance with product launches, assembly challenges, and application issues.
• Develop annual sales budgets and long-range forecasts using available forecasting methods and customer feedback. Contribute to new product concepts, innovation, and continuous improvement of departmental processes and procedures.

• Bachelor's degree.
• 2–5 years of experience.
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively.
• Strong knowledge of industry tools and systems, including the ability to troubleshoot challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to identify technical problems, evaluate potential approaches, and develop practical, innovative solutions.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, contribute to shared objectives, and maintain productive working relationships.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a professional approach to customer and team interactions.

Eligible employees across Mac Lean-Fogg and its affiliated companies have access to a comprehensive benefits program designed to support health, financial well-being, time away, and development. This position is eligible for benefits that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
• Virtual healthcare resources
• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities
• Additional wellness, financial, and employee programs

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Explore our full benefits and interactive resources: https://explore.benefits.macleanfogg.app

After a conditional offer, this position requires a pre-employment drug screen and criminal…