Applications Engineer, Apprentice

Gosiger; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Gosiger in Plymouth, Michigan, is seeking an Applications Apprentice to learn machining operations and engage in on-the-job training. Candidates will work closely with senior engineers to understand machine setup and customer communication techniques.

This position requires a degree in manufacturing engineering or equivalent experience, along with skills in G-Code programming and CAD/CAM software.

Enjoy benefits like medical insurance, paid time off, and a 401K with company match.

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in manufacturing engineering or a vocational machining degree with 4 years machine operation experience.
• Experience with manual milling or lathe operation is required.
• Must be able to read blueprints and interpret G-Code programs.

Responsibilities

• Complete the applications apprentice level training program.
• Participate in on-the-job training and demonstrate proficiency.
• Work with senior engineers on machine setup and customer communication.

Skills

Okuma lathe & mill operation

Blueprint reading with GD&T

G-Code programming

CAD/CAM software

Interpersonal communication

Education

Degree in Manufacturing Engineering / Mechanical Engineering

High School / Vocational Machining degree with 4 years experience

Tools

Precision measurement instruments

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Gosiger Michigan - Plymouth, MI 48170

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 vendors. 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

• 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