Applications Engineer I - Electro-Optical Systems

6AM City, LLC; Kentucky; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) & matching

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

HSA / FSA

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

6AM City, LLC is seeking an Application Engineer to conceptualize, prototype, test, and validate electro-optical and electromechanical systems for high-speed inspection products. You will transform customer challenges into innovative technical solutions in a collaborative, international engineering environment.

Responsibilities include trials, data analysis, technical reporting, and supporting sales and service teams across domestic and international locations, with emphasis on quality and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience prototyping equipment from concepts, sketches, or technical requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional, international teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trials of existing and prototype solutions to validate performance against challenging customer samples.
• Analyze results and generate technical reports, including feasibility assessments and recommendations.
• Provide technical expertise and consultation to internal stakeholders and customers.
• Support Sales and Service teams in resolving technical issues, reviewing system configurations, and participating in customer visits across domestic and international locations.
• Collaborate with Production teams and external vendors to resolve technical challenges and maintain engineering documentation.
• Propose and develop new concepts and prototype solutions based on customer and market needs.
• Work closely with engineering teams around the world to integrate advanced inspection technologies into new and existing products.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, acting as a technology scout within a rapidly evolving market.
• Take ownership of projects and drive them to completion with a strong focus on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Hands-on prototyping

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics/Mechanical/Optical Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

6AM City, LLC is seeking an Application Engineer to conceptualize, prototype, test, and validate electro-optical and electromechanical systems for high-speed inspection products. You will transform customer challenges into innovative technical solutions in a collaborative, international engineering environment.

Responsibilities include trials, data analysis, technical reporting, and supporting sales and service teams across domestic and international locations, with emphasis on quality and