Applications Engineer

NSH USA Corp.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Company-provided training

Job summary

NSH USA Corp. is seeking an Applications Engineer to develop solutions for world-class machine tool and automation projects from concept to implementation.

You will work directly with customers and cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges and optimize manufacturing processes. You will analyze requirements, program, test, commission, and train customers while delivering technically robust solutions across rail, aerospace, automotive, and industrial sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/manufacturing engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, machine tools, automation, or related environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities across mechanical disciplines.
• Knowledge of machine tools, CNC, automation, manufacturing systems, and precision machining concepts.
• Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, and lubrication systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under deadlines; strong organizational and PM skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering software tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes and technical solutions for machine tool projects.
• Analyze customer requirements and recommend solutions for performance, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Support machine applications through programming, testing, commissioning, training, and implementation.
• Evaluate machine and process performance and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Review drawings, specs, and documentation to ensure project compliance.
• Support project planning, cost estimation, scheduling, and execution activities.
• Provide technical support throughout project lifecycle with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
• Support machine acceptance testing, commissioning, and implementation efforts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Project management

Verbal communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

MS Office

Job description

Albany, NY (On-Site) | Domestic & International Travel

Competitive salary, international exposure, and the opportunity to work with advanced machine tool and automation technology supporting customers worldwide.

Position Summary:

Develop solutions for some of the world’s most advanced machine tool and automation projects.

Join a global leader in machine tool technology and help deliver innovative solutions for rail, aerospace, automotive, and industrial manufacturers worldwide. From concept development through customer implementation, you’ll work directly with customers and cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges, optimize manufacturing processes, and bring custom projects to life.

NSH USA is seeking an Applications Engineer to support machine tool and automation projects from concept through implementation. This role combines engineering analysis, manufacturing process development, project execution, and customer collaboration to deliver technical solutions that meet customer requirements and business objectives.

The ideal candidate possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, is capable of sophisticated analysis across multiple mechanical engineering disciplines and thrives in fast-paced environments with demanding project schedules.

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

• Work with advanced machine tools and automation technologies.
• Support projects serving the rail, aerospace, automotive, and industrial manufacturing sectors.
• Participate in projects from concept development through final customer implementation and acceptance.
• Collaborate directly with customers and cross-functional teams to develop technical solutions.
• Influence manufacturing processes, machine performance, and technical solutions.
• Domestic and international travel opportunities.
• High degree of technical ownership and project involvement.
• Join a global organization with more than 100 years of manufacturing excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes and technical solutions for machine tool and automation projects.
• Analyze customer requirements and recommend solutions that achieve performance, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Support machine applications through programming, testing, commissioning, customer training, and implementation activities.
• Evaluate machine, process, and system performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Support technical proposal development, project planning, cost estimation, scheduling, and project execution activities.
• Provide technical support throughout the project lifecycle, coordinating activities with customers, suppliers and internal teams.
• Support machine acceptance testing, commissioning, and implementation efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• 3-5 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, machine tools, automation systems, capital equipment, or related industrial environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capability to perform sophisticated analysis across multiple mechanical engineering disciplines.
• Knowledge of machine tools, CNC technology, industrial automation, manufacturing systems, and precision machining concepts.
• Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmission, lubrication systems, and related mechanical systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively under strict deadlines.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to balance quality, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and engineering-related software tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CNC machine tools and automation systems.
• Manufacturing process development and optimization experience.
• Customer-facing engineering or applications engineering experience.
• Experience supporting machine commissioning, acceptance testing, and customer implementation activities.
• Experience working with technical proposals, project planning, and cost estimation.
• Familiarity with rail, aerospace, automotive, or other industrial manufacturing environments.

Travel Requirements

Domestic and international travel is required to support customer meetings, machine acceptance testing, commissioning activities, training, and project implementation efforts. Travel is generally project-driven and averages approximately one week per month, with occasional extended assignments based on project requirements.

Salary range: $80,000 – $110,000 annually, based on experience.

NSH USA offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Company-provided training and professional development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled