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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Applications Engineer - **Company:** Trumpf, Inc. - **Location:** Farmington, MI, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Visual Systems - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.mitalent.org/job-seeker/job-details/JobCode/395472332 ## About the Role * 2-5 years of relevant practical experience * Associates or bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or Materials Science, or equivalent combination of training and experience in technical field * Experience in laser processing, marking, laser micro machining or materials science preferred (depending on exact position) * CNC or robotic programming, material science and vision systems skills considered a plus * Must have natural curiosity towards new innovations and technologies * Strong problem-solving skills are essential to solve problems independently for internal / external customers * Must demonstrate sound judgment with strong attention to detail and strong organizational skills, and have ability to prioritize and focus in a dynamic team-oriented environment * Operate and program TRUMPF equipment or have prior experience operating similar equipment. * Good understanding on fundamentals of laser materials processing, including laser, process and material parameters, and laser safety * Independently setup and execute application trials * Write application reports, research reports and statements of work * Basic understanding of the mechanical and electrical machine data * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Microsoft Office; Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint ## Description Laser Applications Engineers works as a part of the Laser Applications Laboratory group demonstrating feasibility of TRUMPF laser welding/cutting systems and technologies to industrial customers. In this role you will communicate directly with customers, prepare customer demonstrations and process samples for different industries. You will be a part of a highly skilled team of laser and material experts. Your goal is to support sales by ensuring best in class customer satisfaction in the pre-sales technology evaluation process and customer after-sales support., * Manage and execute customer application trials and demonstrations, including communication with customers, evaluating technical requirements, preparing, and processing customer applications, writing reports and following up with customers. * Support complex application projects at TRUMPF and at the customer. * Host customer visits together with sales and communicate directly with customers regarding applications and technology * Act as an internal consultant on materials science related to laser processing * Routine communication with Laser Applications Laboratory in TRUMPF Competence Centers regarding new applications * Support Regional Sales Managers and Industry Managers with strategic and key applications * Taking responsibility for strategic application * Support applications in at least two different technologies * Support customers on long term development projects * Contribution of original work to internal applications network * Take part in laboratory equipment need reviews, bringing recommendations and feedback to the attention of the management * Work with and be familiar with measuring tools * Set up and operate TRUMPF equipment * Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in excellent working condition and ensure assigned laboratory and ancillary equipment are maintained ## Related Videos - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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