Application Engineer - Machining Processes

Job Description

Job Description

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Role Overview

We are seeking a Application Engineer with hands-on experience in cutting tools, CNC machining, and process optimization in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have technical competency in tooling selection, tool life management, and lean manufacturing principles. This role supports productivity improvements and tooling initiatives in collaboration with manufacturing engineers and production teams.

Responsibilities

Identify and recommend tools best matched to application and machining parameters
Troubleshoot performance and tool life issues; recommend corrective actions
Analyze customer performance based on tool usage; suggest new tool designs for improvement
Coordinate with manufacturers and vendors for tooling tasks and status updates
Track tooling efficiency by department and lead tool life improvement initiatives
Support quality and productivity improvement efforts
Collaborate with manufacturers on tooling enhancements and issue resolution
Provide support to Tooling, Process, and Manufacturing Engineers
Attend plant production tooling meetings

Qualifications Experience

Degree or strong understanding in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical disciplines
2+ years of hands-on experience in cutting tools, metalworking, and process implementation
Experience in tool life management, machine uptime, work-holding, and lean manufacturing
Expertise in milling cutting tools, including indexable and solid carbide tools
Understanding of materials, surface finishes, and surface treatments
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel (2 years required)
Experience with CNC machining (2 years required)
Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Schedule

10-hour shift
8-hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance