Applications Engineer

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As a family‑run high‑tech company with nearly 19,000 employees worldwide, we value collaboration and mutual trust. Our technologies inspire people to develop and produce things that are currently unimaginable.

• Perform standard and custom demos for standalone machines, at least one automated system, and one niche machine with high customer satisfaction.
• Use TRUMPF proprietary and other software to create time studies and sample parts for customer requirements, including for at least one automated system and one niche machine. Provide customer training and production support on standalone machines, at least one automated system, and one niche machine.
• Provide training to new Applications Engineers and employees in the Training, Engineering, and Service departments on application techniques as required.
• Provide customer technical support via phone and email.
• Exhibit advanced programming skills (control and offline) for standard machines with current TRUMPF programming system and at least one additional offline programming software, as well as for at least one automated system and one niche machine.
• Develop new demo parts and redesign parts for customers as required.
• Exhibit a complete understanding of the benefits of specific machine features and an ability to discuss the unique value of each.
• Determine the proper selection of standard and special punch or press brake tools, or derive laser tech tables for specialty applications.
• Exhibit complete knowledge of TRUMPF technical documentation library and apply it in daily work.
• Prepare and execute customer machine demonstrations at trade shows as required.
• Host Sales Rep training seminars as required.
• Ensure assigned machines are clean, fully functional, and ready for demonstrations every day.

At least 3 years applications experience in the machine tool industry required, preferably on TRUMPF products. Excellent communication and networking skills a must, as well as the ability to work independently. Basic understanding of project management and ability to train colleagues a plus. Minimum 2‑year technical school degree, 4‑year degree preferred or the suitable equivalent of education and work experience.

• Competitive salary
• A generous benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, 401K plans, and parental leave
• Opportunities to advance and further your career
• Relocation assistance available

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