CNC Applications Engineer- Mill Turn

Swift Placement and Consulting; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

401(k)

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance and Short-Term Discount

Paid Time-Off including vacation, sick

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

DN Solutions is seeking an Applications Engineer specializing in SMX and DNX mill-turn lines. This hands-on role combines CNC programming, machine setup, process development, and technical sales support.

You will lead turnkey projects from initial part review through proof-out at our Chicago Technical Center and customer sites. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in CNC machining or applications with strong CAD/CAM experience, ability to read G-code, and excellent communication skills to collaborate

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent hands-on experience required.
• 5+ years CNC machining or applications experience with mill-turn or multitasking machines.
• Strong ability to set up, program, and prove out complex parts independently.
• Experience with multi-axis machining and part transfer.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs and complete machining processes for SMX and DNX machines.
• Lead turnkey projects from initial part review to tool selection and prove-out.
• Set up machines, validate part quality, cycle times, and production readiness.
• Plan machining sequences for main/subspindles, B-axis, lower turret, and transfer.
• Select tooling, workholding, probing, and in-process measurement strategies.
• Conduct customer test cuts, time studies, and pre-sale evaluations.
• Troubleshoot programming, postprocessor, and machine issues with teams.
• Support distributors and customers with applications training and production startup.

Skills

CNC programming

Mill-turn machining

Multi-axis machining

G-code reading/editing

Customer communication

Travel availability

Education

Associate’s degree in Machine Tool Technology or related

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Mastercam

Siemens NX

FANUC controls

Job description

Description

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.

Description

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
  
  

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