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Application Engineer
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Bluewater Hayes, Inc.
Jackson, MI (In Person)
$70,000 Salary, Full-Time
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About the Role Our client is seeking an Application Engineer to join their engineering team and serve as a technical bridge between customers, sales, and internal stakeholders. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving real-world problems, supporting complex applications, and working across industries such as machine tools, medical equipment, power generation, manufacturing, and testing & verification. You'll be a key technical resource—supporting product applications, developing proposals, creating drawings, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure successful project execution and product performance. Projects You'll Work On Supporting customers and field sales teams with technical guidance on product applications Developing engineering solutions and written proposals tailored to customer requirements Creating and maintaining technical drawings used for quotations, manufacturing, and customer review Collaborating with project managers and customer service to meet project specifications and timelines Contributing to product documentation including data sheets, catalogs, and technical literature Supporting quality control initiatives and product standardization efforts Assisting with the evaluation and introduction of new products into the portfolio Participating in project meetings and technical reviews Supporting internal and external training efforts for sales and technical teams What Experience You Should Bring Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related discipline (Mechanical or Civil preferred) 3+ years of relevant experience, or entry-level candidates with strong academic training Experience in environments such as power generation, machinery installation, vibration isolation, or manufacturing is highly valued Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals and mechanical systems Proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, DraftSight, and/or AutoCAD Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to work with limited information How You'll Work Primarily office-based with occasional site visits as projects require Standard business hours with flexibility during peak project deadlines Highly collaborative environment working across engineering, sales, and project teams What Success Looks Like Consistently accurate and high-quality technical work On-time delivery of drawings, proposals, and technical support Strong collaboration and communication with internal teams and customers Ongoing contributions to process improvements and product enhancements Phishing and Scam Awareness Bluewater Hayes Inc., it's clients and affiliates will never ask for credit card information or upfront payment for any equipment or items. We do not conduct text or chat-based interview in lieu of in-person, phone or videoconference interviews. If you suspect you are being the target of a scammer, please call 844-833-9460 or email contact@bluewaterhayes.com.