Lead Additive Manufacturing Applications Engineer

Oerlikon Group; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental & Vision

Employee Assistance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays & floaters

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Referral bonus

Job summary

Oerlikon Group in Huntersville, NC is seeking an experienced engineer to drive additive manufacturing opportunities with key customers. You will craft detailed quotations, proposals, and business cases while coordinating with the Commercial Team to identify and secure new business.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering or materials science, 3+ years in metal AM, and hands-on knowledge of machining, heat treatment, and inspection. Travel ~10% and ITAR compliance are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, or closely related discipline.
• 3+ years of proven experience in metal additive manufacturing.
• Experience reading and interpreting specifications, statements of work, and part drawings.
• Experience in ISO 9001:2015 / AS9100 certified facilities.
• Strong customer orientation and communication with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with key customers to evaluate metal components for additive manufacturing and develop optimized solutions.
• Lead technical engagement with customers to develop quotations, proposals, and business cases for additive manufacturing opportunities.
• Interface with the Commercial Team to identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities.
• Support development and negotiation of quotations, proposals, contracts, and customer agreements.
• Understand program profitability and adjust pricing, scope, or terms to meet objectives.
• Facilitate transition of opportunities to Engineering and Operations with aligned scope and manufacturing strategy.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and provide ongoing support to identify additional opportunities.
• Serve as the voice of the customer to internal stakeholders.
• Report directly to the Head of Commercial.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Self-driven

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Metal AM experience

Metal AM knowledge

Technical reading of specs

Customer orientation

Aerospace/Defense experience

Self-management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or materials science

Job description

Oerlikon Group in Huntersville, NC is seeking an experienced engineer to drive additive manufacturing opportunities with key customers. You will craft detailed quotations, proposals, and business cases while coordinating with the Commercial Team to identify and secure new business.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering or materials science, 3+ years in metal AM, and hands-on knowledge of machining, heat treatment, and inspection. Travel ~10% and ITAR compliance are expected.