Applications Engineer (Punching) – CNC & Manufacturing Technology

Wilson Tool Canada; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

On-site health clinic

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Job summary

Wilson Tool International in White Bear Lake, MN seeks an Applications Engineer – CNC & Manufacturing Technology to provide expert programming support and technical guidance for advanced manufacturing solutions. You will train customers, troubleshoot applications, and help implement tooling technology across projects.

The role offers travel to customer sites, collaboration with OEM partners, and involvement in demonstrations and industry events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or related field preferred.
• Engineering or manufacturing background strongly preferred.
• Experience with CNC programming, sheet metal fabrication, automation, tooling, or manufacturing technology preferred.
• Experience with CAD/CAM systems, machine programming platforms, or manufacturing software preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze technical challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with customers and internal teams.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to learn and support evolving technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer programming support for CNC manufacturing applications and related software platforms.
• Provide technical applications support, troubleshooting, and process improvement recommendations to customers.
• Deliver customer training on programming, tooling applications, and manufacturing processes.
• Support machine training activities, including basic machine operation, setup, alignment, and troubleshooting.
• Assist customers with successful implementation and utilization of manufacturing technologies.
• Collaborate with OEM partners, software providers, and internal teams to support customer needs and resolve technical challenges.
• Provide tooling training and technical guidance to customers.
• Support customer demonstrations, industry trade shows, and technical events.
• Maintain strong customer relationships through responsive communication, technical expertise, and a solutions-focused approach.
• Travel to customer locations as needed to support training, demonstrations, installations, and technical assistance.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Customer service

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD/CAM systems

Striker Systems

JETCAM

PunchCAM

TRUMPF TruTops Boost

Metalix

Job description

Applications Engineer (Punching) – CNC & Manufacturing Technology

• White Bear Lake, MN

Applications Engineer – CNC & Manufacturing Technology

Position Summary

Wilson Tool International is seeking an Applications Engineer – CNC & Manufacturing Technology to provide technical expertise, customer support, and training for advanced manufacturing solutions. This role partners with customers, technology providers, and internal teams to support programming, machine applications, tooling solutions, and manufacturing process improvements.

Compensation Range: $100,000 – $120,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

The ideal candidate is a technically skilled, customer-focused professional with a background in manufacturing, engineering, CNC programming, CAD/CAM applications, or related manufacturing technologies. This position provides the opportunity to work directly with customers, support industry-leading technologies, and deliver solutions that improve manufacturing performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide customer programming support for CNC manufacturing applications and related software platforms.
• Provide technical applications support, troubleshooting, and process improvement recommendations to customers.
• Deliver customer training on programming, tooling applications, and manufacturing processes.
• Support machine training activities, including basic machine operation, setup, alignment, and troubleshooting.
• Assist customers with successful implementation and utilization of manufacturing technologies.
• Collaborate with OEM partners, software providers, and internal teams to support customer needs and resolve technical challenges.
• Provide tooling training and technical guidance to customers.
• Support customer demonstrations, industry trade shows, and technical events.
• Maintain strong customer relationships through responsive communication, technical expertise, and a solutions-focused approach.
• Travel to customer locations as needed to support training, demonstrations, installations, and technical assistance.

Travel Requirements

This position requires occasional travel, approximately 4–10 trips annually, to support customer training, technical demonstrations, industry trade shows, and customer application needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field preferred.
• Engineering or manufacturing background strongly preferred.
• Experience with CNC programming, sheet metal fabrication, automation, tooling, or manufacturing technology preferred.
• Experience with CAD/CAM systems, machine programming platforms, or manufacturing software preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze technical challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with customers and internal teams.
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to learn and support evolving technologies.

Preferred Technology Experience

Experience with one or more of the following platforms is preferred:

OEM Equipment Platforms

• Amada
• TRUMPF
• Prima Power

CAD/CAM and Manufacturing Software Platforms

• Striker Systems
• JETCAM
• PunchCAM
• Metalix
• TRUMPF TruTops Boost
• LVD CADMAN
• AlmaCAM
• PEP Technology
• This position is based at Wilson Tool International’s White Bear Lake, MN location.
• Relocation to the White Bear Lake area is strongly preferred.
• This role requires regular interaction with customers, manufacturing teams, OEM partners, and technology providers.
• Occasional travel is required to support customer needs and industry events.

Why Join Wilson Tool International?

At Wilson Tool International, we are committed to innovation, quality, and helping manufacturers improve their processes through advanced tooling and technology solutions. Our team partners with customers around the world to solve manufacturing challenges and deliver solutions that make an impact.

As an Applications Engineer, you will have the opportunity to combine technical expertise, hands‑on manufacturing experience, and customer interaction while supporting leading-edge manufacturing technologies.

Wilson Tool offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match and profit‑sharing opportunities
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverageWellness benefits and resources
• On‑site health clinic
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wilson Tool International is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and supported.