Applications Engineer, Mill-Turn

Paycom - ATS; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Paid Time-Off

Job summary

DN Solutions America is seeking an Applications Engineer in Schaumburg, IL to develop CNC programs and complete machining processes for SMX and DNX mill-turn machines. You will perform setup, prove-out, and support customers with training and process optimization.

The role requires 5+ years of CNC/machining experience, strong CAD/CAM skills, and travel to customer sites. Join our team at the Chicago Technical Center and at customer facilities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent hands‑on experience in machine tool tech or mechanical engineering.
• At least 5 years of CNC machining or applications experience, with mill-turn or multitasking machines.
• Proficiency reading and editing G-code; ability to program and troubleshoot complex parts.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs and complete machining processes for SMX and DNX machines (milling, turning, multitasking).
• Lead turnkey projects from part review, process planning, to prove-out and customer acceptance.
• Set up machines, verify programs, and validate part quality, cycle time, and readiness.

Skills

CNC programming

Machine setup

Process development

Customer support

G-code troubleshooting

CAD/CAM software

Travel readiness

Education

Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Mastercam

Siemens NX

FANUC controls

Siemens CNC

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: DNSA Schaumburg, IL - Schaumburg, IL 60173, Salary Range: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 Salary/year,

For over 50 years, DN Solutions has built machine tools that shape the world around us, including the cars we drive, the planes we fly, and the medical devices that save lives. We develop smart machines and customized solutions that advance these essential industries.

Join our applications engineering team and help customers put advanced mill-turn technology to work.

Job Description

DN Solutions is seeking an Applications Engineer specializing in our SMX and DNX mill-turn product lines. This hands‑on role combines CNC programming, machine setup, process development, customer support, and technical sales support. You will be directly involved in turnkey projects, developing and proving out complete manufacturing processes at our Chicago Technical Center and at customer facilities. The role includes work with both FANUC and Siemens controls.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs and complete machining processes for SMX and DNX machines, including milling, turning, and multi‑spindle operations.
• Take part in turnkey projects from initial part review and process planning through programming, tooling and workholding selection, prove‑out, and customer acceptance.
• Set up machines, prove out programs, and validate part quality, cycle time, and production readiness.
• Plan machining sequences involving the main and subspindles, B‑axis, lower turret, and part transfer.
• Select and implement tooling, workholding, probing, and in‑process measurement strategies.
• Conduct customer test cuts, time studies, demonstrations, and pre‑sale feasibility evaluations.
• Troubleshoot programming, postprocessor, machine operation, and process issues in coordination with internal teams and outside partners.
• Support distributors and customers with applications training, process optimization, and production startup.
• Document programs, setups, tooling, results, and lessons learned for internal and customer use.
• Participate in open houses, trade shows, and customer visits as needed.

Job Requirements

Required

• Associate’s degree in Machine Tool Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• At least five years of CNC machining or applications experience, with substantial experience on mill-turn or multitasking machines.
• Strong ability to set up, program, and prove out complex parts independently.
• Experience with multi‑axis machining, main and subspindle operations, part transfer, and synchronized operations.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software and the ability to read, edit, and troubleshoot G-code.
• Working knowledge of tooling, workholding, inspection methods, and process validation.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with customers, distributors, and cross‑functional engineering teams.
• Ability to travel to customer and distributor locations as needed.

Preferred

• Direct experience with DN Solutions SMX or DNX machines.
• Experience with both FANUC and Siemens CNC controls.
• Experience with Mastercam or Siemens NX or comparable CAM, postprocessor troubleshooting, and machine simulation.
• Experience developing turnkey processes or supporting automated production cells.

Company Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• 401(k)
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time-Off including vacation, sick time, and Holidays.
• Employee Referral Program

Our success is driven by our team of talented, dedicated individuals working closely together to meet or exceed customer expectations. Take the next step in your career and become part of our fast-growing company.

DN Solutions America is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.