Job Description
Applications Engineer

Why Join Us?

At Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, we help industrial manufacturers develop the disruptive technologies of today and the life-changing products of tomorrow. As part of a global leader in measurement technologies, you’ll collaborate with innovative teams, engage with cutting-edge solutions, and contribute to shaping a smarter, more sustainable future.

About the Role

The Applications Engineer I provides technical sales support for Hexagon products, with a focus on metrology applications, demonstrations, training, and contract programming. This role bridges technical expertise with customer engagement to ensure successful adoption of Hexagon’s advanced measurement solutions. This is an onsite role out of our Novi, MI facility. 

What You'll Do

  • Deliver compelling demonstrations of Hexagon’s hardware and software to prospective customers, clearly communicating benefits for complex metrology applications.

  • Partner with the regional sales team to recommend solutions aligned to customer needs.

  • Develop and conduct customer training sessions in machine operations and programming, fostering strong relationships through effective knowledge transfer.

  • Prepare technical specifications for quotations and create programs ranging from simple inspections to complex logic-based graphical user interfaces.

  • Provide technical support both on-site and remotely, driving issues through to resolution and customer satisfaction.

  • Collaborate with engineering and marketing teams on new product development, from early concepts to market release.

  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and customer experience.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to present to small groups.

  • Proficiency in programming and familiarity with 3D CAD software.

  • Working knowledge of GD&T and manufacturing processes preferred.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.

  • Ability to travel up to 50% as needed to support customers.

Work Environment

  • Primarily office-based with frequent use of computers and office equipment.

  • Regular movement between office and customer sites, including factory environments.

  • Frequent standing, walking, and communication with employees and customers.

  • Occasional lifting and movement of equipment or materials up to 25 pounds.

  • Travel required up to 50% domestically.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities.

  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision) including HSA with employer contributions.

  • Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and parental leave.

  • 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match.

  • Tuition reimbursement and career development programs.

  • Employee assistance program, life insurance, disability coverage, and more.

Hexagon posts all official job opportunities on either careers-manufacturing.hexagon.com or careers.hexagon.com and communicates only from email addresses ending in @hexagon.com. We never request payment or personal banking information during recruitment. No offers will ever be extended without a proper interview via Teams or in person, never done over email alone. If you suspect fraud, it probably is, and contact us at recruitment.us.mi@hexagon.com.

Information at a Glance
Business Unit:  GTM Americas
Workplace:  TBD
Job Function:  Service Application
Req ID:  2080

About Hexagon

Hexagon is a global leader in sensor, software and autonomous solutions. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, and quality across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, safety, and mobility applications. Our technologies are shaping urban and production ecosystems to become increasingly connected and autonomous – ensuring a scalable, sustainable future. Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division provides solutions that utilise data from design and engineering, production and metrology to make manufacturing smarter.