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title: 'Applications Engineer Level 2 at Axis Automation'
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# Applications Engineer Level 2 at Axis Automation

- **Company:** Axis Automation
- **Location:** Walker Michigan, United States
- **Posted:** 2026-06-16
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/axiscompany/jobs/8593906002

## Job description

Applications Engineer Level 2

Axis leverages the teamwork of our leading engineers and machine builders to conceptualize, design, integrate, deploy and service factory automation systems for forward-thinking manufacturing customers. Our team has decades of automation experience, spanning hundreds of projects and thousands of automation configurations.

Job Title: Applications Engineer Level 2

Job Description: The Applications Engineer Level 2 will work within the Applications Engineering department to configure manufacturing system proposals and support the Axis team through the deployment of awarded solutions. This engineer must have some experience in industrial automation/manufacturing or related field. Requires knowledge of project budgeting, custom automated equipment, along with manufacturing processes and equipment. Relevant engineering disciplines include controls, mechanical, industrial and welding.

Responsibilities Include:

- Prepare detailed automated assembly equipment proposals
- Interact with suppliers and cross functional team members to solicit input establishing project proposals
- Prepare process steps, concept generation, budget, and cycle time analysis
- Identify labor hour requirements, material requirements, risk, cost and timing for each project
- Obtain external quotes from vendor base, find new support sources and advance process technology
- Understand customer expectations and convey to fellow team members
- Lead quote and project related meetings as needed
- Support project kickoff, build and engineering teams with concept and customer specifics
- Assist in expanding workable libraries for actual cost feedback loop to improve estimating
- Independently support customer visits and meetings (occasionally off-site at customers facility)
- Professional management of customer relationships and requests
- Active in building customer relationships
- Real-time communication with company management on developments
- Champion our Operating Principles: You will be expected to actively embody and uphold our ten Operating Principles, which guide our every action and decision at Axis Automation. These principles are key to our culture and success.

Education and Experience Requirements

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

- Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering-related field – Or comparable field experience in similar role with exposure to industrial automation systems
- 2-3 years of experience with project management, budgeting and quoting custom automated equipment or similar responsibilities within relevant industry
- Capable of working independently in a self-directed manner while contributing as part of a team to achieve common goals
- Comfortable with speaking technically in front of groups (co-workers & customers)
- Competent with Microsoft Office Applications (Excel/Word)
- Familiarity with automated processes and equipment (Assembly, Welding, Adhesive, Machining, etc.)
- Familiarity with CAD/3D modeling, or viewing software

Salary: $70,000 - $90,000

Benefits: Axis offers a comprehensive benefits package to our employees with immediate eligibility upon hire.

## About Axis Automation

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Axis Automation engineers and builds advanced factory automation solutions, including robotics integration, project management, and service support, for manufacturers across multiple industries.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Funding not publicly disclosed)
- **Headquarters**: Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Boyd Vor Broker (Founder & President)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Automation machinery manufacturing, factory automation, robotics integration
- **Markets served**: Automotive, Packaging, Semiconductor, Aerospace, Food & Beverage, Transportation, Health & Medical, Consumer
- **Target customers**: Manufacturers (B2B, primarily mid-market to enterprise)
- **Mission/purpose**: “To be the leading automation solutions provider for the manufacturing community” – supporting the adoption of automation solutions that empower people and enhance productivity

## Products & Services
- **Factory Automation Solutions**: Full lifecycle services including conceptualization, design, engineering, robotics integration, machine build, welding, and deployment – not a packaged SaaS product but a custom engineering and integration service.
- **Project Management & Support**: Dedicated project management, service, and after-deployment support to ensure long-term reliability.
- **Skilled Trades & Co-op Programs**: Internships and co-op positions (partnered with Grand Valley State University) in mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Headcount ~51 employees (as of 2025/2026; slight YoY decline of 1.3%). Revenue is not publicly disclosed.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors identified. Partnered with Grand Valley State University for talent pipeline.
- **Growth Signals**: Monthly headcount growth of +1.4% (LinkedIn estimate); LinkedIn follower growth of +17.1% yearly. Active job postings (10 open positions). However, yearly headcount declined slightly (-1.3%) and job postings decreased 37.5% YoY.

## Competitive Advantages
- Extensive cross-industry experience (automotive, semiconductor, aerospace, etc.)
- Collaborative culture with deep in-house expertise in robotics integration and project management
- Strong local talent partnerships (e.g., Grand Valley State University co-op program) and a reputation for promoting from within
- Full-service offering from concept through deployment and support, reducing handoff friction for customers

## Strategic Focus
- Continued expansion of automation solutions for evolving manufacturing needs
- Emphasis on teamwork and employee development to retain expertise and drive quality
- Supporting adoption of automation to “empower people and enhance productivity” – likely investing in new technologies (e.g., advanced robotics, Industry 4.0 integration)

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Described as “powerhouse team with exceptional project execution” and a “collaborative culture”; employee reviews on LinkedIn rate culture 5.0/5.0 and career opportunities 4.4/5.0.
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive benefits package with immediate eligibility upon hire.
- **Career Development**: Strong promotion-from-within philosophy; co-op/internship pipeline to full-time roles.
- **Work Environment**: Offices in Grand Rapids, MI; no explicit remote/hybrid policy mentioned, likely on-site given the hands-on nature of automation engineering.
- **Team**: Small but tight-knit (51 employees) with experienced leadership across engineering, project management, and applications.

## Sources
1. [Axis Automation Official Website](https://www.axisco.com/)
2. [Axis Automation Careers Page](https://www.axisco.com/careers)
3. [Axis Automation LinkedIn Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/axiscoautomation)
4. [Axis Automation About Us](https://www.axisco.com/about-us)
5. [Axis Automation Contact](https://www.axisco.com/contact)

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