Applications Engineer

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

• Review all new jobs prior to being set up, including prints, programs, material, tooling, fixtures, collets and holders to ensure no interruptions at set up
• Study parts, blueprints, drawings and engineering information to determine methods and sequence of CNC machining operations
• Perform in-process inspections to assure products will meet requirements using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gages
• Determine reference points, machine cutting paths, compute angular and linear dimensions, radii and curvatures
• Determine proper tooling and fixturing requirements of machining operations, including tooling speed and feed rates
• Monitor and adjust feeds and speeds as necessary
• Observe and simulate CNC trial runs to eliminate program errors and eliminate machine crashes
• Compare program code to original part specifications to verify accuracy
• Modify existing programs to enhance production efficiency
• Verify parts meet drawing specifications
• Inspect own work and machined parts to detect and correct errors
• Perform proper set up procedures as needed
• Submit status reports to management on progress of assigned projects
• Perform program troubleshooting, problem identification and resolution
• Monitor tool life and tool wear to detect potential problems; develop and implement solutions
• Develop, document and deliver training to operators, Team Leaders, maintenance and others
• Maintain CNC back‑up programs
• Provide support to maintenance, operators and quality in problem resolution; respond to on‑call inquiries from off‑shift team as scheduled
• Lead and implement Lean Manufacturing tools & techniques (workshops, Kanban, visual management, 5S, total productive maintenance, set‑up reduction, etc.)
• Use formal problem‑solving techniques to identify and resolve complex problems
• Initiate and manage productivity and cost savings projects
• Implement and maintain process controls through advanced quality planning techniques (FMEA, key characteristics management, mistake proofing, etc.)
• Research, evaluate, justify, and recommend capital equipment for operations
• Prepare capital expenditure requisitions and manage the implementation of capital equipment projects
• Stay current with state‑of‑the‑art technologies and equipment
• Participate in developing strategic manufacturing processes
• Assist in developing the short and long‑range capital planning
• Prepare and coordinate the implementation schedule for major projects and process changes
• Develop and maintain all process documentation (e.g., routings, standard work, work instructions, setup sheets, etc.) to ensure accuracy
• Analyze proposed engineering changes for manufacturing impact and feasibility
• Participate in developing and maintaining ISO 9001 procedures and documents for the Process engineering department as required
• Assist Purchasing and Quality Assurance in qualifying suppliers for new product or product changes
• Attend training opportunities deemed necessary by management
• Perform other duties as required

• 4‑Year Degree in Engineering or related field (Mechanical, Industrial, Process is preferred)
• 5+ years’ experience in setting up, programming and operating Fanuc controlled CNC machining centers in a precision manufacturing environment
• Experience with Fanuc Controls, G and M code to develop programs for Mori‑Seiki, Haas, OKK, DN Solutions, and Takamaz equipment or similar equipment
• Experience with operating all forms of inspection equipment
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM software and its application
• Ability to read, interpret and utilize blueprints
• Basic math skills to include four functions, fractions and decimals, as well as ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry and trigonometry
• Ability to work both independently and with teams

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• 401K plan with 6% company match and no vesting period
• Health Savings Accounts – tax‑advantaged savings account used for healthcare…