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DT Engineering

Applications Engineer - Custom Automation & Life Sciences Manufacturing | Maple Grove, MN or Corvall

Pay: $110,000/yr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Maple Grove, MN (Hybrid)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/12/2026

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What they do

An Application Developer or Engineer designs or improves applications software. Oversees the entire applications development process. Analyzes customer or user needs, designs programs, writes code or instructs computer programmers, tests design, and documents programs. May assist with upgrades or maintenance.

$98,106 / year median in Minnesota

-24% projected decline

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Job Description

Applications Engineer - Custom Automation & Life Sciences Manufacturing | Maple Grove, MN or Corvallis, OR Are you an engineer who gets energized by solving complex automation challenges from the ground up? We're looking for a technically sharp Applications Engineer to join a growing life sciences automation company where you'll own the quoting and concepting process for cutting-edge custom machinery — from RFQ through concept delivery.

What You'll Do:

Lead technical RFQ audits and concept development for custom automated equipment Build detailed proposals, cost worksheets, process block diagrams, and timing charts Facilitate internal and external concept review meetings Serve as Principal Engineer on sold projects — bridging the gap between Applications and Design Collaborate with Business Development and Project Management to bring winning solutions to life Work on highly complex, bespoke automation systems for the life sciences and MedTech industries

What We're Looking For:

MS/BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (ME background strongly preferred) 3+ years of experience in custom machine design, special automation, or tool & die Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD Hands-on experience with Fanuc Roboguide (required); Rockwell Emulate 3D a plus Strong understanding of electro-mechanical systems, manufacturing methods, and assembly processes Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear written proposals and client-ready presentations

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation:

$100,000-$120,000 (DOE) Medical, dental & vision (multiple plan options including

HDHP/HSA

) Company-paid life insurance, short-term & long-term disability 401(k) with company match Paid holidays + PTO Significant growth opportunity within a fast-scaling, global life sciences organization Work on genuinely complex, one-of-a-kind automation builds — not cookie-cutter integrations

Location:

Maple Grove, MN or Corvallis, OR | Hybrid/Remote flexibility available DT Engineering is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you live within commutable distance to this job's location in either Maple Grove, MN or Corvallis, OR? Or planning to relocate? Please give an example of your custom automation machinery work within the life sciences/medical device manufacturing industry.

Willingness to travel:

25% (Required)

Work Location:

In person