Senior Forward Deployed Engineer Jobs in Minnesota
Senior Forward Deployed Engineer jobs in Minnesota are open across Minneapolis, Eden Prairie, and Saint Paul and other Minnesota metros, with employers like Target, Optum, and Abbott hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Where is the work:
Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.
What’s in it for you?
Join Thermo King as a Senior Engineer and play a key role in advancing power integration for our transport refrigeration units. In this position, you will provide application and system engineering support, working primarily with engines while also contributing to alternative motive power solutions such as fuel cells, generators, and electric motors. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and helping shape innovative power solutions in a global environment.
The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in engine development and non-road emission regulations along with strong technical leadership and communication skills required to drive quality, influence stakeholders, and ensure on-time delivery of projects. You will collaborate closely with employees around the world, vendors, dealers, and customers, making this a highly visible role with broad impact across the business.
What you will do:
- Lead the application, integration and validation of engine systems and associated interfaces/subsystems—including fuel/oil, air intake, exhaust/after-treatment, PTO/drivetrain, structural ensuring robust technical solutions that meet performance quality, cost and timing objectives.
- Coordinate and lead technical efforts with engine supplier, designers, technicians, and other cross-functional teams to deliver projects and product improvements.
- Support and evaluate control system and electrical integration between electrical and mechanical interfaces for engines and Thermo King products.
- Utilize predictive modeling and simulation and correlate with empirical testing results for design understanding and optimization.
- Own validation of design durability and root cause analysis of product issues through use of DFMEA/DVPR process, data mining, forensics and test analysis to drive corrective actions and provide technical report outs.
- Understanding and reporting of Transport Refrigeration Unit emissions for US products.
- Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 2 weeks at a time. Able to attain necessary visa for travel when applicable. Expected travel time ~ 10%.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent from a four-year college or university
- Engine and aftertreatment experience
- Understanding of fuels/oils/coolants
- Understanding or capability of engine or system modeling
- Proficient in designing tests, analyzing, and providing technical reports
- Demonstrated knowledge of emission regulations
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$105,228.33 - $146,720.00
Compensation Type:
Salary
Incentive Eligible:
No
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
Safety Sensitive Role:
No
The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.
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Senior Forward Deployed Engineer Job Market in Minnesota
A snapshot from current Minnesota openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Target69

- Optum63

- Abbott22

- Cargill16

- Ryan Companies US13

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services151
- Retail85
- Technology & Software78
- Healthcare & Medical Services76
- Construction & Real Estate41
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior forward deployed engineer jobs across Minnesota.
- 5+ years of hands-on software engineering or solutions engineering experience in customer-facing environments
- Proficiency in at least one major programming language such as Python, Go, or Java for integration work
- Experience deploying and configuring enterprise SaaS platforms or cloud-native infrastructure at customer sites
- Strong ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both executive and engineering stakeholders
- Familiarity with REST APIs, cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, and modern authentication protocols
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
Senior Forward Deployed Engineer Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How many senior forward deployed engineer jobs are there in Minnesota?
There are 738+ senior forward deployed engineer openings in Minnesota on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Minneapolis, Eden Prairie, and Saint Paul. New positions post regularly as employers across Minnesota hire.
Which Minnesota cities have the most senior forward deployed engineer jobs?
Minneapolis, Eden Prairie, and Saint Paul have the most senior forward deployed engineer openings in Minnesota right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire senior forward deployed engineers in Minnesota?
Employers hiring senior forward deployed engineers in Minnesota include Target, Optum, and Abbott, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote senior forward deployed engineer jobs in Minnesota?
Yes. About 38% of senior forward deployed engineer openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Minnesota metros.
How do I apply for senior forward deployed engineer jobs in Minnesota?
You can apply to senior forward deployed engineer jobs in Minnesota directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Minnesota location, then apply to each one that fits.
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