Application Engineer

SalesFirst Recruiting; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a global leader in motion capture technology as an Application Engineer, where you will blend engineering expertise with customer engagement. This hands-on role involves testing and improving innovative software and hardware solutions while providing exceptional technical support. You'll travel to client sites, assist with impactful demonstrations, and ensure successful deployments. With a culture rooted in collaboration and creativity, this opportunity offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology and globally recognized clients, making a real-world impact in various industries.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Generous vacation policy

401(k) plan with company match

Dynamic work culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biomechanics, Engineering, or related field required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Experience supporting complex technical products is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical support to customers via various channels.
• Plan and execute installations and training for motion capture systems.
• Collaborate with design teams to test software and hardware.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Customer support

Education

Bachelor of Science in Biomechanics

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Visual3D

Nexus

Unity

Unreal

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Base pay range

$55,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

THE COMPANY

This global leader in motion capture technology builds high-performance software and hardware solutions for clients across the entertainment, engineering, and medical sectors. Their systems support cutting-edge applications in biomechanics, robotics, and immersive virtual environments, playing a key role in scientific research and innovation. With a long-standing reputation for precision and creativity, their tools have helped shape iconic films, video games, and commercials. Headquartered in the UK, the company has a global footprint with offices in the U.S., New Zealand, and beyond. Employees enjoy a culture of collaboration, invention, and support in a highly technical, customer-centric environment.

THE JOB

As an Application Engineer (Biomechanics), you’ll be at the intersection of customer engagement, technical product testing, and motion capture system deployment. This is a hands-on, collaborative role that blends engineering expertise with customer-facing problem-solving. You will work closely with product designers to test and improve software and hardware solutions, travel to install systems at client sites, and provide technical support across a wide range of industries. From trade show demos to remote troubleshooting, you will help ensure each client’s success while contributing to product excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver first-line technical support to customers via phone, email, video, and remote access tools
• Plan and execute installations and training for motion capture systems at customer locations (domestic and international travel)
• Assist the sales team with impactful system demonstrations and represent the company at industry events
• Collaborate with design and development teams to test software and hardware; log bugs and gather customer feedback
• Produce support materials including documentation, tutorials, and example workflows using in-house software
• Prioritize and manage multiple customer and product support tasks simultaneously

THE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree required, preferably in Biomechanics, Engineering, or a related field
• 30% domestic travel required; international travel possible
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; confident presenting to diverse audiences
• Proven technical troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities
• Experience supporting complex technical products, ideally in motion capture, force platforms, EMG devices, or optics
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or Visual3D
• Familiarity with tools such as Nexus, Tracker, Shogun, Unity, Unreal, TrackD, VRed, or ROS is a plus
• Self-motivated and adaptable; thrives in both team environments and independent work settings
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and task prioritization

THE BENEFITS

• Base salary range of 55k-60k and EOY company-wide bonus
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Generous vacation policy
• 401(k) plan with company match
• A dynamic work culture rooted in innovation, teamwork, and real-world impact
• The opportunity to work with globally recognized clients and cutting-edge technology

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Design, and General Business

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Technology, Information and Media, and Hospitals and Health Care

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