Application Engineer Jobs in Michigan

Application engineer jobs in Michigan are consistently active, concentrated in automotive manufacturing, industrial automation, and enterprise software, with openings at every level from entry-level field support through senior systems architects. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor account for the largest share of postings, anchored by established employers like Siemens, Rockwell Automation, and Bosch, all of which maintain significant Michigan operations. The most in-demand specialties are PLC and controls integration, fluid power systems, and customer-facing technical sales engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles71
Top employerBosch
Top cityNovi, MI
Cities hiring29
Work type44% On-site
Top industryAutomotive

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Kistler Instrumente AG
Sales and Application Engineer- VT
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Sales and Application Engineer- VT
Kistler Instrumente AG
Novi, Michigan
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
Bachelor's degree in engineering
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Kistler Instrumente AG
Sales and Application Engineer- Plastics
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Sales and Application Engineer- Plastics
Kistler Instrumente AG
Novi, Michigan
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Associate's degree
51-200

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Sales and Application Engineer- Plastics
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Sales and Application Engineer- Plastics
Kistler Instrument Corp.
Novi, Michigan
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Technical Program Management
Associate's degree

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Sales and Application Engineer- Vehicle Testing
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Sales and Application Engineer- Vehicle Testing
Kistler Instrument Corp.
Novi, Michigan
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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V2Soft
Senior Healthcare Application Support Engineer
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Senior Healthcare Application Support Engineer
V2Soft
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
IT Support & Systems Administration
Healthcare Administration
Customer Service & Support
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Application Engineer Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Novi
8 jobs
Plymouth
6 jobs
Detroit
5 jobs
Auburn Hills
5 jobs
Troy
4 jobs
Wixom
4 jobs
Farmington Hills
4 jobs
Southfield
3 jobs
Warren
2 jobs

Application Engineer Job Market in Michigan

A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Bosch
Bosch4 open roles
AVL North America
AVL North America3 open roles
ZF
ZF2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in application engineer jobs across Michigan.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • Hands-on experience with industrial automation, PLC programming, or embedded systems integration
  • Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD for technical documentation and design review
  • Ability to travel to Michigan customer sites for installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting support
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for translating technical specifications to non-engineering stakeholders
  • Familiarity with industry standards relevant to Michigan manufacturing, including ISO, ANSI, and automotive IATF 16949 requirements

Application Engineer Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a application engineer in Michigan?

Most Michigan employers require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, computer, or systems engineering from an accredited program. Application engineering is not a state-licensed profession in Michigan, so no board registration or state exam is required to enter the field. Candidates strengthen their position by earning vendor certifications in platforms common to Michigan industry, such as Rockwell Automation or Siemens controls credentials, alongside internship experience with Michigan automotive or industrial manufacturers.

Which companies hire application engineers in Michigan?

Employers hiring application engineers in Michigan right now include Bosch, AVL North America, and ZF, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's deep automotive and industrial manufacturing base means many of these employers focus on controls integration, powertrain systems, and customer-facing technical support roles tied to the state's production corridors.

Which Michigan cities have the most application engineer jobs?

Novi, Plymouth, and Detroit hold the most application engineer openings in Michigan. Metro Detroit dominates due to its concentration of Tier 1 automotive suppliers, OEM technical centers, and industrial automation integrators, while Grand Rapids draws demand from West Michigan's growing advanced manufacturing and medical device sectors, and Ann Arbor benefits from its university research community and proximity to major engineering campuses.

Are there remote application engineer jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields because application engineers typically need to visit customer sites for demonstrations, commissioning, and hands-on troubleshooting. About 56% of application engineer openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with those roles mostly covering pre-sales technical support, software configuration, and documentation work that can be done off-site.

How can I get hired as a application engineer in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an engineering internship or co-op with a Michigan automotive supplier or industrial automation integrator, which many large Michigan employers use as a direct hiring pipeline. Companies like Siemens and Bosch run structured new-graduate and rotational programs at their Michigan locations. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as field service technician, manufacturing engineer, or technical sales support have a strong lateral entry point, and earning a vendor certification in a controls platform common to Michigan industry gives a measurable edge over other applicants.

Where can I find and apply to application engineer jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to application engineer jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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