Applications Engineer | CNC

This Applications Engineer role focuses on developing machining processes for advanced CNC grinding and turning equipment, including tooling selection, testing, installation, and customer startup. The position requires strong CNC technical knowledge, programming capability, and customer‑facing experience to support demonstrations, acceptance, training, and field activities Client Details

A growing, engineering‑driven machine tool manufacturer with a clean, climate‑controlled facility and a collaborative, European‑influenced culture. The company builds custom CNC solutions for industries such as aerospace and defense and is expanding its engineering team due to increased demand

Description

• Review customer part requirements to determine fixturing, tooling, grinding wheels, and machining processes for standard and turnkey projects.
• Conduct process acceptance, machine startup, and operator training both in‑house and at customer sites.
• Perform machine demonstrations, time studies, feasibility evaluations, and sample part processing to support sales.
• Provide application support at trade shows, open houses, and customer events.
• Assist with prototype machine testing, including PLC, software options, and mechanical functionality checks.
• Offer technical phone support to customers, distributors, and sales teams.
• Attend training courses and seminars to stay current with technology.
• Travel 25-50% for installations, training, and runoffs, including possible international travel.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 35 lbs.

Profile

• 5-7 years of CNC machine tool experience, specifically in grinding and turning.
• Strong working knowledge of Siemens, Fanuc, and Mitsubishi controls.
• Skilled in G‑code programming, conversational programming, and CAD/CAM CNC programming.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SolidWorks.
• Experience with JD Edwards or similar ERP systems is a plus.
• Associates degree in engineering or technical certification preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally.
• Professional, customer‑facing demeanor with the ability to represent the organization well.

Job Offer

• Compensation range of $80,000 to $100,000 based on experience.
• 401(k) program with a 5% company match.
• Two to three weeks of PTO depending on seniority, with flexibility based on candidate needs.
• Clean, climate‑controlled environment with a more relaxed, European‑influenced culture.
• Growth opportunity within an expanding engineering team working on advanced CNC grinding technologies.

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