Applications Engineer — Production Machinery & Live Demonstrations

Makino,-Inc; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous benefits

Ongoing training

Job summary

Makino, Inc. in Mason, OH is seeking an Applications Engineer for Production Machinery to design, plan, and integrate machinery into customer operations. You will analyze requirements, apply Makino products, and develop machining solutions to support customer success.

Responsibilities include evaluating part geometry, developing solutions, creating CNC tool paths, and providing post-sale technical support. Travel up to 30% for on-site work and trade shows.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree or mold & die apprenticeship preferred.
• Basic CNC knowledge and hands-on machining experience.
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Professional presence with strong customer interaction skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate customer part geometry to determine optimal machining processes, including tooling selection, cutting time, and surface finish.
• Develop solutions using Makino equipment and third-party products; integrate, test, and document results.
• Create and edit CNC tool paths for customer applications and demonstrations.
• Prepare and execute pre-sale cutting demonstrations to support sales efforts and differentiate Makino's technology.
• Provide post-sale technical support through on-site visits, training, and troubleshooting.
• Represent Makino at regional and national trade shows with live demonstrations and technical discussions.
• Collaborate with engineering, marketing, sales, and other departments to provide technical expertise.
• Stay current with die/mold technology and machining innovations through training and industry events.

Skills

Basic CNC knowledge

Machining experience

Problem-solving

Communication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or mold & die apprenticeship

Job description

Makino, Inc. in Mason, OH is seeking an Applications Engineer for Production Machinery to design, plan, and integrate machinery into customer operations. You will analyze requirements, apply Makino products, and develop machining solutions to support customer success.

Responsibilities include evaluating part geometry, developing solutions, creating CNC tool paths, and providing post-sale technical support. Travel up to 30% for on-site work and trade shows.