Job Description
Applications Engineer – Precision CNC / Turnkey Solutions
A well-established manufacturer of advanced machining solutions is seeking an Applications Engineer to join its North Carolina-based team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong CNC programming background and a passion for turnkey manufacturing solutions.
What You'll Do
A well-established manufacturer of advanced machining solutions is seeking an Applications Engineer to join its North Carolina-based team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong CNC programming background and a passion for turnkey manufacturing solutions.
What You'll Do
- Lead the full cycle of turnkey machining projects — from program creation to on-site customer implementation
- Develop and optimize CNC programs (primarily Fanuc, with 5-axis applications strongly preferred)
- Set up tooling, fixtures, and machining processes for cycle time and quality targets
- Validate processes using SPC techniques and CMM inspection data
- Partner with proposal and sales teams on application reviews and pre-sales consultations
- Conduct customer training sessions and support technical troubleshooting (on-site and remote)
- Regularly travel to customer locations across North America (50%+ travel)
- 5+ years of CNC programming experience (Fanuc required; Siemens a plus)
- Proficiency with CAD/CAM software such as MasterCam, Siemens NX, or similar platforms
- Strong understanding of parametric programming (Fanuc Macro B, Siemens Parametric, etc.)
- Familiarity with GD&T, SPC, CMM tools, and interpreting complex engineering drawings
- Experience across diverse materials — including aluminum, titanium, PEEK, and stainless
- A background in high-precision environments: aerospace, medical, or automotive preferred
- Vocational or associate-level training in mechanical/electrical engineering or equivalent experience
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills — able to thrive in a customer-facing role
- Be the go-to expert for building high-precision, fully integrated machining processes
- Work with industry-leading technology and contribute to mission-critical applications
- Join a collaborative and fast-moving team where engineering innovation is the norm
- Competitive pay, travel exposure, and the opportunity to see your work in action at top-tier manufacturers
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Job #:
30816785
Position Type:
Direct Placement
Location:
Charlotte, North Carolina
Flexibility:
Onsite