In May 1998, Brian and Annette Smith took a bold leap, leaving their roles at LEAR Corporation to forge their own path in engineering. With a vision for precision, innovation, and adaptability, they founded ADAPT Technology in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

The company began with a strong foundation in CAD software, specializing in IDEAS. A pivotal early milestone was training approximately 500 Nissan employees at ADAPT’s Farmington Hills office, a testament to the firm’s technical expertise and ability to equip teams with cutting-edge engineering tools. As ADAPT grew, so did its capabilities. Beyond engineering design, the company expanded into staffing solutions, seamlessly integrating talent resources with its technical services. This strategic move created a dual revenue stream, enabling ADAPT to offer high-quality engineering without premium pricing—ensuring even independent inventors could bring their ideas to life.

More than two decades later, ADAPT Technology thrives, evolving with industry advancements while upholding its core principles of precision and innovation. Headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, we serve diverse clients with comprehensive solutions advancing sectors like aerospace, automation, automotive, consumer, medical, and defense. To lead in innovation, we integrate advanced AI tools into our workflows, using machine learning for topology optimization, predictive failure analysis, and automated finite element simulations to speed design iterations and boost accuracy. Our evolving tech stack, featuring AI-augmented CAD and intelligent assistants for real-time data processing, empowers designers, engineers, and program managers with scalable, data-driven results. Additionally, it adheres to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0, applying its six functions for comprehensive cybersecurity across our organization and clients.