Applications Engineer

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The position is responsible for defining, driving, and executing the CNC programming transformation roadmap—from manually written G‑ and M‑code programs to standardized, model‑based CAD/CAM programming using Siemens NX. This role serves as the technical owner of the CNC programming strategy, ensuring consistent, scalable, and best‑in‑class utilization of NX across machines, part families, and teams. The Applications Engineer collaborates with Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, Operations, IT, and leadership to modernize programming practices, improve productivity, and enable advanced machining capabilities.

• Develop and maintain a multiyear CNC programming transformation roadmap.
• Lead the transition from manual G/M‑code programming to Siemens NX–based CAD/CAM workflows.
• Assess current tools, programming maturity, skill levels, and workflow gaps.
• Define target‑state capabilities, including model‑based programming, multi‑axis machining, and reusable templates/libraries.
• Prioritize initiatives based on safety, quality, cost, and delivery.

• Establish Siemens NX as the standard programming platform for the site or multi‑site network.
• Develop machining templates, tool libraries, cut‑parameter databases, and post‑processor governance standards.
• Implement controlled file structures, naming conventions, and revision‑control practices.
• Ensure consistent programming outputs across machines, part families, and programming teams.

• Execute roadmap initiatives through structured project plans, milestones, and KPIs.
• Drive adoption of NX workflows across programming, engineering, and operations.
• Serve as the technical authority for CNC programming strategy.
• Balance near‑term production support with long‑term digital manufacturing capability development.
• Champion model‑based workflows, simulation, and digital verification.

• Develop machining strategies utilizing NX for 3‑, 4‑, and 5‑axis machining.
• Deploy feature‑based machining, simulation, and digital verification.
• Lead CNC prove‑outs and first‑article validations.
• Ensure programs are robust, efficient, and production ready.
• Capture and standardize machining strategy knowledge for reuse.

• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Tooling.
• Work with IT on software deployment, licensing, infrastructure, and data management.
• Provide leadership with visibility into programming maturity and roadmap progress.
• Interface with machine tool OEMs and Siemens NX resources as needed.

• Define NX training curricula aligned with roadmap milestones.
• Mentor programmers transitioning from manual to NX‑driven workflows.
• Develop documentation, programming standards, and best‑practice materials.
• Reduce reliance on tribal knowledge through standardized processes.

• Define KPIs for programming efficiency, program reuse, machining quality, and NX adoption.
• Refine programming standards based on performance data.
• Stay current on Siemens NX updates and digital manufacturing advancements.
• Implement improvements that increase machine utilization, reduce cycle time, and enhance consistency.

• Self‑driven, accountable, and detail‑oriented.
• Effective in both independent and collaborative environments.
• Communicates clearly and professionally across all organizational levels.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline with 8+ years of experience;
  Master’s degree with 6+ years; or, in lieu of a degree, 12+ years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a manufacturing environment—preferably in machining or precision CNC.
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