Applications Engineer, Apprentice

Position Summary

Objective of this position is to learn and become proficient in performing the responsibilities; of control training on Okuma lathe & mill, print interpretation with GD&T, part processing and programming, tool and work holding selection. Use of Auto Cad and Cam system, ie: Fusion, Gibbs, Esprit. Incumbent performs all tasks at the highest possible quality, efficient and timely manner. Incumbent works as a member of the applications team and assists the team as required.  

Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00

Essential Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Work towards completing the applications apprentice level training program at or above expected proficiency.
• Participates in “On the Job Training” including new machine training, new machine parts set up, show room demos, customer part processing, time study creation, machine / cell layouts, program creation.
• Works with senior application engineers on proper training techniques, machine set up practices, part processing. Overall proper machine operation.
• Works with senior application engineers on proper communication between the applications team and the customer. Also providing updates to the sales department.
• Travels with senior applications engineers when making customer visits with the sales department. To learn proper fact-finding techniques in front of potential customers.
• Consults with tooling vendors, work holding venders. Supplies findings to the team and senior applications engineers.
• Documents machine demos for later use.
• Accurately documents time log, engineering request log, mileage log, and expenses.
• Responsible for maintaining current technical, interpersonal, and communication skills. 
• Responsible for upkeep of all showroom equipment, gauging equipment, and department tools.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• Degree in Manufacturing Engineering / Mechanical Engineering. Or minimum of a High School / Vocational Machining degree and 4-years machine operation / service-related experience.
• Experience running manual Mill or Lathe
• Read and understand Blueprint’s including GD&T tolerance
• Interpret G-Code programs
• Use and understand precision measurement instruments
• CAD / CAM Experience
• Ability to create a part drawing
• Valid Driver’s License, reliable transportation
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Passport. Must be able to travel out of state or out of country to support customer projects.
• Good interpersonal Communication skills.
• Ability to maintain professional conduct when dealing with customers, peers, builder representatives and suppliers.
• Demonstrated professional appearance, self-starter and effective planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to use PC and job-related software / programs for programming, record keeping, time study related documents.
• Physical demands; bending, stooping standing for long periods of time, lifting.

Working Conditions:

Manufacturing work environment which includes moving and lifting machine components. Potentially loud and dirty equipment, with exposure to a variety of non-hazardous and hazardous chemicals. Job requires hands on work with machine tools and accessories.

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• 401K plan with company match
• Maternity and Paternity leave