CNC Applications Engineer

gpac; Lebanon (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking a hands-on CNC Applications Engineer to support machine installations, develop grinding applications, and optimize processes for customers.

You will travel up to 70% across North America, provide operator training, conduct demonstrations, and troubleshoot issues to ensure equipment meets specifications. This role requires collaboration with customers, distributors, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with CNC machine tools including programming, applications, installation, or training.
• CNC grinding experience or exposure to precision machining preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with shop equipment and precision measuring tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and develop practical solutions independently.
• Comfortable presenting technical information and training customers in both individual and group settings.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and other standard business software.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, distributors, and internal teams.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Experience conducting time studies and documenting processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and support CNC grinding machines at customer facilities.
• Develop and optimize grinding applications and machining processes for customer-specific requirements.
• Provide operator training and technical instruction on machine operation and programming.
• Conduct machine demonstrations and prove-outs at company and customer locations.
• Troubleshoot machine, process, and application issues to ensure equipment performs to specifications.
• Assist in preparing time studies, technical proposals, and application documentation to support equipment sales.
• Document processes and continually expand technical knowledge through hands-on experience and ongoing training.
• Travel extensively to customer sites throughout North America (up to 70%).

Skills

CNC programming

Applications engineering

Training customers

Troubleshooting

Drawing interpretation

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Job description

Seeking a hands‑on CNC Applications Engineer to support machine installations, customer training, and process optimization.

(70% travel)

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and support CNC grinding machines at customer facilities.
• Develop and optimize grinding applications and machining processes for customer‑specific requirements.
• Provide operator training and technical instruction on machine operation and programming.
• Conduct machine demonstrations and prove‑outs at company and customer locations.
• Troubleshoot machine, process, and application issues to ensure equipment performs to specifications.
• Assist in preparing time studies, technical proposals, and application documentation to support equipment sales.
• Document processes and continually expand technical knowledge through hands‑on experience and ongoing training.
• Travel extensively to customer sites throughout North America (up to 70%).

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with CNC machine tools, including programming, applications, installation, or training.
• CNC grinding experience or exposure to precision machining processes preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with shop equipment and precision measuring tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and develop practical solutions independently.
• Comfortable presenting technical information and training customers in both individual and group settings.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and other standard business software.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, distributors, and internal teams.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Experience conducting time studies and documenting processes is a plus.

Travel Requirement: Up to 70%

Must be eligible to work in the United States without restriction and without the need for current or future sponsorship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.