Applications Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Cost Estimation Engineer
Location: Farmington Hills, MI
Salary: Starting at $80,000 (based on experience)

About the Opportunity
Our client, a global leader in advanced precision manufacturing, is seeking a Applications Engineer to join their growing team. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives at the intersection of technical design and customer collaboration. You’ll transform customer requests into innovative solutions, creating proposals that help bring world-class machines and projects to life.

Why This Role is Exciting

• Impact: Your work directly shapes the future of high-value manufacturing projects.

• Innovation: Apply your engineering expertise to design creative solutions that meet complex customer needs.

• Collaboration: Work side by side with sales, engineering, and external vendors on cutting-edge proposals.

• Growth: Competitive salary, strong benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requests and determine the most effective solutions.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, proposal drawings, concept sketches, and quotations.

• Collaborate with proposal managers, engineers, and subject matter experts to develop winning strategies.

• Support the sales team by explaining proposals and assisting with customer presentations.

• Coordinate with outside vendors to ensure equipment and customer specifications are met.

• Maintain accurate proposal documentation and contribute to continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience).

• 3+ years of experience in machine design (metal cutting preferred).

• Strong background in cost estimating and proposal development.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong analytical and design skills, with a practical understanding of manufacturing methods.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary: $80,000+ depending on experience.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Professional growth and training opportunities.

• Work in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment.

Apply Today
If you’re ready to put your engineering and problem-solving skills to work in a role where your ideas directly influence customer success, we’d love to hear from you.