Application Engineer (CNC Machine Tools)

INDEX Corporation; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

INDEX Corporation in Indiana seeks a skilled CNC programmer to design and optimize programs for customer applications. You will develop robust G-code, set up lathes, and work with CAD/CAM tools to improve machining efficiency and part quality.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, support installations, and provide on‑site or remote technical assistance to ensure machines run at peak performance.

Qualifications

• Strong G-code/CNC programming experience.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software.
• Experience on CNC turning machines.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CNC programs for customer applications.
• Set up, program, and troubleshoot CNC lathes using G-code.
• Create and optimize machining strategies using CAD/CAM software.
• Set up, prove out, and debug CNC machines and processes.
• Support machine installations, customer acceptance, and training.
• Provide technical support to customers both remotely and on-site as needed.

Skills

G-code CNC

CAD/CAM software

CNC turning

Troubleshooting

Job description

In this role, you'll develop CNC programs, optimize machining processes, support machine installations, and work directly with customers to deliver successful manufacturing solutions. You'll collaborate with cross‑functional teams while troubleshooting, training customers, and ensuring machines perform to their full potential.

We're looking for candidates with:

• Strong G-code/CNC programming experience
• Strong experience with CAD/CAM software
• Experience working on CNC turning machines
• Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills

What you'll do:

• Develop and optimize CNC programs for customer applications
• Set up, program, and troubleshoot CNC lathes using G-code
• Create and optimize machining strategies using CAD/CAM software
• Set up, prove out, and debug CNC machines and processes
• Support machine installations, customer acceptance, and training
• Provide technical support to customers both remotely and on‑site as needed

If you're passionate about precision manufacturing and enjoy working with advanced CNC technology, we'd love to hear from you.