Applications Engineer - CNC Programming & Customer Support
Location: Long Island, NY
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Travel: Required up to 70%
Compensation: Competitive and based on experience
Position Overview:
A leading CNC machine tool company is seeking an Applications Engineer to support customer applications, machine installations, and CNC programming for Swiss-type CNC lathes. This role works closely with customers to optimize machining processes through training, testing, troubleshooting, and technical support.
Responsibilities
- Program, setup, and operate CNC machines
- Perform customer part prove-outs, demonstrations, and cycle time studies
- Develop machining processes and assist with tooling and equipment selection
- Train customers on machine setup, operation, and best practices
- Conduct in-house and customer-site machine demonstrations
- Provide technical support via phone, email, and on-site visits
- Support sales and dealer networks with technical evaluations and application reviews
- Troubleshoot machining and programming issues to improve customer productivity
Qualifications
- Experience with CNC machining, CNC programming, or applications engineering
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, part drawings, and manufacturing documentation
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Excellent communication and customer-facing abilities
- Knowledge of CNC programming, machining processes, tooling, and shop mathematics
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Swiss-type CNC lathes
- Background supporting customers, operators, or manufacturing teams
- Familiarity with process development and cycle time optimization
- Experience conducting machine demonstrations, installations, or training
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Paid vacation, sick, and personal time
- Paid holidays
- Career growth opportunities with an established manufacturing organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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