Senior Application Engineer

MacLean-Fogg Company; Michigan; On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Health Savings Account contributions

Company-paid life insurance

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

MacLean-Fogg is seeking a Senior Application Engineer in Chesterfield, MI, to develop engineering solutions that meet customer needs and support business growth. You will lead product feasibility reviews, application testing, and product launch activities while serving as a key technical partner to customers and internal teams.

Your expertise will help identify new product opportunities, resolve application challenges, and drive continuous improvement across engineering and sales functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong communication and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to explain complex concepts to customers and teams.
• Proven collaboration with sales, engineering and customers.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new product applications meeting customer needs.
• Serve as technical liaison to customers, communicating capabilities and solutions.
• Lead feasibility reviews and quotations ensuring alignment with requirements.
• Develop proposal drawings, CAD models, and technical documentation.
• Plan and conduct product testing, analyze results, and report findings.
• Provide on-site support during launches and assist with documentation.
• Collaborate with sales to build budgets and forecasts.
• Contribute to new product concepts and continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CAD

Engineering simulations

Job description

Job Summary

MacLean-Fogg is seeking a Senior Application Engineer in Chesterfield, MI, to develop engineering solutions that meet customer needs and support business growth. In this role, you'll lead product feasibility reviews, application testing, and product launch activities while serving as a key technical partner to customers and internal teams. Your expertise will help identify new product opportunities, resolve application challenges, and drive continuous improvement.

• Location: Chesterfield, MI

• Work Arrangement: On-site

• Schedule: Standard business hours

• Pay: $105,000–$115,000/year

• Employment Type: Full-time / Salary

• Travel: Up to 20%

What You'll Do as a Senior Application Engineer

• Identify, evaluate, and develop new product applications that address customer needs and meet engineering specifications and functional performance requirements.

• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for customers, building strong relationships, communicating product capabilities, and providing solutions to application challenges.

• Lead and coordinate product feasibility reviews and quotations, ensuring technical accuracy, alignment with customer requirements, and support for business opportunities.

• Develop proposal drawings, CAD models, and technical documentation to support customer proposals and new product applications.

• Plan and conduct product application testing, develop test plans, analyze results, and prepare reports with findings and recommendations.

• Provide on-site engineering support during product launches, troubleshoot technical and assembly-related issues, and coordinate critical launch documentation, including quality requirements, prototype dates, and production ramp schedules.

• Collaborate with sales teams to develop annual sales budgets and long-range forecasts, incorporating customer feedback, market insights, and product opportunities.

• Contribute to new product concepts, technical innovations, and continuous improvement initiatives while providing product training and technical guidance to customers and internal teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience.

• Strong knowledge of industry tools and technical systems, with the ability to troubleshoot problems and develop effective solutions.

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly to customers and cross-functional teams.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify challenges and develop practical, innovative solutions.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, sales, customers, and other stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.

• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with professionalism in customer and team interactions.

Benefits

Eligible employees across MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies have access to a comprehensive benefits program designed to support health, financial well-being, time away, and development. This position is eligible for benefits that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match and potential profit sharing

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Health Savings Account contributions for eligible plans

• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage

• Paid parental leave

• Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources

• Virtual healthcare resources

• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities

• Additional wellness, financial, and employee programs

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Explore our full benefits and interactive resources: https://explore.benefits.macleanfogg.app

Pre-Employment Requirements

After a conditional offer, this position requires a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. Screening and employment decisions are administered consistent with applicable law and the requirements of the position.

About MacLean-Fogg

MacLean-Fogg is a fourth-generation, family-owned American manufacturing company headquartered in Mundelein, Illinois. Founded in 1925, we design and manufacture engineered components and solutions for automotive and industrial markets.

Our portfolio includes MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions, OMCO, Mallard Manufacturing, and Threadstrong. Across our companies, we share a commitment to Integrity, People, Customers, and Stewardship while investing in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations

MacLean-Fogg and its affiliated companies are equal opportunity employers. We provide equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply, complete an assessment, or participate in the hiring process, contact [e-mail].

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