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# Application Engineer

- **Company:** Methode Electronics
- **Location:** Southfield, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe InDesign, Application Notes, Systems Engineering, Firmware, Human-Computer Interaction, Performance Tuning, Software Reliability Testing, Software Engineering, Systems Integration
- **Published:** August 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.mitalent.org/job-seeker/job-details/JobCode/403251442

## About the Role

In this capacity, the individualprovidesadvanced technical guidance, translates complex engineering concepts into practical customer solutions, and drives alignment across cross-functional teams. This role requires strong analytical capability, hands-on application knowledge, and the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders through technical credibility and subject matterexpertise., Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
5+ years of experience in application, design, or systems engineering
Demonstrated expertise in at least two of the following domains:
User interface systems (Over Head Consoles, switches)
Interior and Exterior Lighting technologies (LED systems, drivers, controls)
Power electronics (AC/DC, DC/DC converters, power management)
Strong understanding of system interfaces, including mechanical, electrical, and thermal integration
Ability to interpret schematics and technical documentation
Hands-on troubleshooting experience using lab equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, power analyzers)
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, Experience in multi-domain or system-level integration (e.g., automotive, commercial vehicles, industrial,)
Familiarity with embedded systems, controls, or firmware integration
Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., UL, IEC, automotive standards)
Exposure to thermal management and EMI/EMC considerations

Key Competencies:
Customer-focused mindset with strong interpersonal skills
Ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical solutions
Cross-functional collaboration and adaptability across business units
Strong communicationand presentation skills
Detail-oriented with a systems thinking approach
Ability to work under pressure and in escalation situations, Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship. Methode Electronics is not able to provide visa sponsorship-now or in the future-for this role.

## Description

The Application Engineer serves as acriticaltechnical bridge between engineering, product management, sales, and customers-ensuringthesuccessful application, integration, and performance of our technologies in real-world use cases.The Application Engineer is expected todemonstrateahigh degree of technicalexpertiseacross the relevant domain(s), with deep competency in the specific commodity or technology area they support., Serve as the primary technical liaison for customers across user interface (UI), lighting, and power electronics applications, translating requirements into optimized solutions and product configurations
Provide application design guidance, including troubleshooting and root cause analysis of field issues, while supporting customer onboarding, design-in activities, and product launches
Collaborate cross-functionally with internal engineering teams to optimize system performance and ensure seamless integration across multi-domain applications
Support and drive discussions with customers ensuring that product electrical and mechanical interfaces meet technical requirements.
Deliver field-driven insights to R&D teams to influence product improvements, innovation, and overall application readiness
Participate in design reviews, validation efforts, and the creation of reference designs, application notes, and technical documentation
Conduct system-level validation of integrated solutions, supporting the setup of EMC, thermal, electrical, and reliability testing as required
Diagnose and support the resolution of performance issues across customer applications
Partner with sales teams to support technical presentations, demonstrations, and proposals, while identifying new application opportunities and contributing to competitive analysis and product positioning
Assist with product launch execution and provide ongoing support for manufacturing readiness and cross-functional coordination
Support in-field issues an warranty return analysis., Cross-business unit role supporting multiple product lines and applications
Combination of lab work, customer interaction, and internal collaboration
Frequent local travel for customer visits, testing, or product support

Impact of the Role:
Accelerates product adoption and customer success across multiple technology domains
Strengthens integration of UI, lighting, and power solutions into cohesive systems
Drives continuous improvement by linking real-world application insights to engineeringdevelopment
Generatescustomersolutionsinpartnershipwith sales


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