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Prestige Engineering

MI

$17 - $21.50/hr

... aerospace applications. As a Laser Tracker Operator, you will play a critical role in ensuring ... interpret engineering drawings. * High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.

Prestige Engineering L.L.C

Laser Tracker Operator

Clinton, MI · On-site

$17.50 - $22.25/hr

... aerospace applications. As a Laser Tracker Operator, you will play a critical role in ensuring ... interpret engineering drawings. * High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.

OSRAM

Senior Application Engineer

Novi, MI · On-site

Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, Optoelectronics, or Physics * 5+ years of experience in developing electronics systems or applications, preferably LED /Laser/Sensor-based systems ...

Target Metal Blanking

Controls Engineer

New Boston, MI

$82K - $106K/yr

CONTROLS ENGINEER - SLITTING & BLANKING LINES Company: Target Metal Blanking (TMB) Department ... applications (e.g., laser cutting heads, laser distance/edge sensors, laser marking systems)

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How much do laser applications engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for laser applications engineer in Michigan is $96,484.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,200.00 and $117,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a laser applications engineer?

A Laser Applications Engineer develops and optimizes laser-based processes for industrial, medical, or research applications. They work closely with customers to understand requirements, conduct feasibility studies, and refine laser parameters for cutting, welding, marking, or other material interactions. The role involves hands-on experimentation, data analysis, and collaboration with design and manufacturing teams. Strong knowledge of optics, laser physics, and materials science is essential.

What does a laser applications engineer do?

Laser Applications Engineers commonly work on designing, testing, and optimizing laser systems for specific industrial or research purposes, often interfacing directly with clients to understand their technical requirements. Daily tasks may include conducting experiments, performing data analysis, troubleshooting equipment, and preparing technical reports or presentations. Collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, and sales teams is frequent to support product development and application demonstrations. This hands-on and interdisciplinary environment allows you to stay engaged with both theory and practical implementation, making the role dynamic and intellectually rewarding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a laser applications engineer?

To excel as a Laser Applications Engineer, you typically need a degree in physics, engineering, or a related field, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience with laser systems, optical simulation software (such as Zemax or COMSOL), and relevant industry certifications can be important assets. Excellent communication, teamwork, and project management abilities help foster effective collaboration and client support. These competencies are vital because Laser Applications Engineers bridge cutting-edge technology with practical solutions, ensuring successful implementations in diverse technical environments.

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Infographic showing various Laser Applications Engineer job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,484 per year, or $46.4 per hour.

Field Applications Specialist, Tube Laser

BLM Group

Novi, MI

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

BE PART OF A MANUFACTURER LIKE NO OTHER.
When you work with the world's most innovative companies, you know you're making a difference. Our clients are the game changers, leaders and investors who fuel the global innovation economy. They're the businesses behind the next fabrication breakthroughs. And the visionaries whose new technologies could transform the way people live and work.
They come to BLM GROUP USA for our expertise, deep network and nearly sixty years of experience in the industries we serve, and to partner with diverse teams of passionate, enterprising BLMers, dedicated to an inclusive approach to helping them grow and succeed at every stage of their business.
Join us at BLM GROUP USA and be part of bringing our clients' world-changing ideas to life. At BLM, we have the opportunity to grow and collectively make an impact by supporting the innovative clients and communities BLM GROUP serves. We pride ourselves in having both a diverse client roster and an equally diverse and inclusive organization.
We offer a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, life/disability and many others!
Job Title:Field Applications Specialist, Tube Laser 
Department:Sales/Marketing
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Cost Center: US1000004N - Application Department
Summary
Serves as a resource on technical expertise to his/her application within the department. Conducts field troubleshooting of customer applications/machine issues, field training of advanced applications, internal/external applications tests, and limited in-house sales applications support for tube laser and peripheral products. Provides advanced technical support/feedback from the field to sales team members, Laser Applications Manager, and Product Manager. 
Essential Functions
The duties listed below are the specific duties and tasks that someone in this position must accomplish. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the level and/or class of this position.
Establish oneself as a subject matter expert in their related field.
Perform and receive training at BLM GROUP USA as needed.
Conduct advanced training for customers in the field.
Troubleshoot and correct customer's applications issues in the field. 
Determine in the field if customer concerns are machine related or applications based, correct machine/service-related issues in addition to application.
Train customers on how to correct any issues encountered during in-field visits.
Conduct tube laser machine/software demos at customer sites.
Travel to customer to conduct run-off acceptance tests.
Development of tube product machine/software in field demonstration parts/strategy.
Performs thorough onsite pre-sale application analysis with RSM; recommends a best fit laser solution for the customer.
Presentation of Machine/Software at tradeshows as needed.
Occasionally perform time studies/feasibility requests.
Provides technical expertise to other Applications Engineers and Product Managers working within the department.
Provides technical expertise to other departments within the company to aid with project specifications and completion, specifically as it pertains to in-field applications.
Understands technical issues to the point of being able to aid others within the Applications department with recommendations and/or referring the matter to a subject expert.
Supports the Laser Applications Manager/Product Manager by providing advanced technical counsel and solutions to the customer's specific technical issue.
Maintains a positive rapport, professional appearance, and business relationship with customers by providing outstanding customer service.
Travel to Italy 1-2 times per year to have continual training in software and hardware of BLM GROUP products.
Ability to travel up to 80%, as needed by management.
Commitment to this position for a timeframe of 3 - 5 years.
Overtime as necessary to complete workload as defined by manager.
Other duties as assigned by management.

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