CNC Applications Engineer II - 50%+ Travel | Hands-on

Dmg-Mori-Usa,-Inc; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

DMG MORI USA is seeking an Applications Engineer II in Hoffman Estates, IL, to provide technical support for CNC machines, perform demos and time studies, and design fixtures for demonstrations. A BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing Eng or related field plus 4+ years of experience is preferred, with Mill-Turn experience required and robotics a plus.

The role requires up to 50% travel, non-exempt status, and the ability to communicate with customers and internal teams effectively.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field preferred.
• 4+ years of related experience.
• Mill-Turn experience required; robotics a plus.
• Knowledge in part processing, metal cutting, CNC programming, reading drawings, and machine setup.
• Basic understanding of metallurgy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to communicate professionally with customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in person or over the phone for customers, sales, and trade shows for CNC Machines.
• Complete time studies, test cuts and machine demonstrations as per customer requirements.
• Perform application engineering work independently and set priorities with knowledge of company goals.
• Design and fabricate fixtures/work holding for demos, test cuts, and turnkeys.
• Define and troubleshoot complex manufacturing/machining processes.
• Conduct time estimates for customer parts with 10% tolerance.
• Use CAPPS conversational programming, CAM systems, and G-Code/Macro programming to generate CNC programs.
• Setup CNC machines with program, tooling, workpiece, and fixtures including Mill-Turn and 5-Axis.
• Inspection of finished parts for quality and accuracy.
• Generate engineering proposals for process and turnkey applications.
• Generate engineering reports and technical documentation.
• Setup and program a CMM.
• Train customers on equipment after installation.
• Frequent communication with internal staff, external customers, and external suppliers.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Detail orientation

Education

BS Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

CAPPS

CAM software

G-Code programming

CMM programming

Microsoft Office

Job description

DMG MORI USA is seeking an Applications Engineer II in Hoffman Estates, IL, to provide technical support for CNC machines, perform demos and time studies, and design fixtures for demonstrations. A BS in Mechanical/Manufacturing Eng or related field plus 4+ years of experience is preferred, with Mill-Turn experience required and robotics a plus.

The role requires up to 50% travel, non-exempt status, and the ability to communicate with customers and internal teams effectively.