CNC Applications Engineer - Travel 70%

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

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.