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Product and Application Engineer at Signal-Wise, Inc. in Troy, MI
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About Signal-Wise
Signal-Wise is a Michigan-based Physical AI company pioneering AI-driven Acoustic Fingerprinting (AIAF) technology. Our flagship product, DeepScan, uses acoustic intelligence to detect hidden manufacturing defects, identify process abnormalities, and monitor equipment health: addressing quality blind spots that conventional inspection technologies cannot detect.
We serve automotive OEMs and Tier 1/2 suppliers seeking near-zero-defect manufacturing, higher productivity, and reduced warranty costs.
Position Overview
We are seeking a creative, hands-on Product and Application Development Engineer to help transform our proprietary acoustic AI technologies into reliable, commercially deployable products. Working closely with our Chief Scientist, the engineer will support product design, prototyping, testing, system integration, and customer applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Product Development: Design hardware packaging, enclosures, mounting solutions, and accessories; build and integrate hardware/software prototypes.
- Engineering Design: Develop CAD models, engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation; support component sourcing and design changes.
- Testing & Validation: Develop test procedures, perform acoustic measurements, analyze signals, troubleshoot systems, and validate product performance.
- Application Development: Work with customers to develop application-specific solutions, conduct proof-of-concept (POC) evaluations, and support system installation and field deployment.
- Technical Support: Prepare user manuals, assembly instructions, technical reports, and product demonstrations; support trade shows and customer training.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Acoustics, or a related engineering discipline.
- 1–3 years of relevant engineering experience in product development, prototyping, or system integration.
- Proficiency in CAD, engineering drawings, GD&T, and rapid prototyping.
- Familiarity with acoustic measurement, microphones, data acquisition, FFT, and digital signal processing (DSP).
- Basic Python programming, machine learning concepts, and hardware/software integration.
- Strong hands-on problem-solving, technical documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in laboratory and industrial environments and travel to customer sites as needed.
Preferred: Experience in industrial automation, automotive manufacturing, acoustic sensing, beamforming, APQP, or AI-enabled inspection systems.
Why Join Signal-Wise?
- Embrace the AI-driven future: Gain hands-on experience with emerging AI technologies, develop future-ready engineering skills, and prepare for the next generation of intelligent manufacturing.
- Grow with an innovative startup: Enjoy opportunities for professional development, creativity, technical ownership, and career advancement in a fast-moving deep-tech company.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Receive competitive pay and medical insurance benefits.
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