Applications Engineer — Precision Machining Systems

EMAG - USA

Farmington Hills, MI Job Details 9 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Industrial equipment design Cost management Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Mechanical blueprint interpretation Financial forecasting Motion controls Competitive pricing Communication with suppliers Cost accounting analysis Customer communication On-site technical support Content creation for technical audiences Customer service Technical documentation Competitive analysis Mechanical Engineering System design Engineering process optimization Detailed cost estimating Mid-level Process simulation software Budget forecasting Process mapping Mechanical drawings Bidding project phase Policy & process development Proposal writing Bachelor's degree in engineering Grinding tools Sales quoting Full Job Description Join EMAG as an Applications Engineer — Precision Machining Systems At

EMAG LLC

, part of the international EMAG Group, you'll elevate your craft through hands-on challenges, mentorship, and global collaboration. We offer a standout benefits package: a strong 401(k) match and a $0 employee premium for medical, dental, and vision coverage. What you'll do Turn customer needs into solutions Break down RFQs, prints, and specs to define process steps and tolerances. Map conceptual process flows, draft system layouts, and run early simulations.

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turning, grinding, gear hobbing/grinding, ECM/PECM, laser processing, robotics, and automation. Build winning proposals Prepare complete, technically sound quotations under the guidance of the Technical Sales Manager. Develop cost sheets and pricing inputs; evaluate manufacturing cost structures for competitiveness and margin. Coordinate with suppliers to confirm feasibility, costs, and lead times. Collaborate across teams Partner with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to clarify scope and validate risks and costs. Participate in cross-functional reviews to ensure feasibility and alignment with standards and goals. Create proposal packages, technical documentation, and customer-facing content. Elevate our technical edge Interpret engineering drawings to identify critical features. Track emerging technologies and competitive trends. Continuously improve tools, workflows, and documentation within Technical Sales. Engage with customers Support presentations and technical discussions—on-site or remote. Travel domestically and internationally as needed. What you bring Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). 2-5+ years in technical sales, applications engineering, or machinery/system integration. Experience with machining systems, manufacturing processes, or capital equipment (strongly preferred). Excellent communication—able to make complex engineering topics clear. Core competencies Data analysis and manipulation for sizing and costing. Mechanical engineering/design fundamentals; product design exposure. Budgeting and forecasting to support pricing strategy. Process development across machining, ECM/PECM, laser, and automation. Tools & tech CNC Automation Solutions.