Manufacturing Engineer

Genuine Search Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Search Group is partnering with a well-established CNC automation solutions provider to hire an Applications Engineer in Indianapolis. The role blends hands-on CNC programming with customer interaction to develop machining solutions and optimize manufacturing processes.

You will write CNC programs from scratch, create machining strategies with CAD/CAM software, select tooling and workholding, and drive continuous improvement to improve quality and cycle times.

Qualifications

• 3+ years CNC programming in a manufacturing/automation setting.
• Ability to write CNC programs from scratch.
• Strong CAD/CAM programming experience.
• Deep knowledge of machining processes, tooling, and fixturing.
• Experience reducing cycle times and improving efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC programs from scratch for customer applications and demos.
• Use CAD/CAM to create efficient machining strategies and toolpaths.
• Evaluate part prints and manufacturing requirements to optimize processes.
• Recommend tooling, workholding, fixturing, and parameters.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and continuous improvement.
• Conduct machine demonstrations and customer trials.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and customers on solutions.
• Troubleshoot machining, programming, tooling, and processes.
• Provide technical support throughout sales and implementation.

Skills

CNC programming

CAD/CAM

GD&T

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Assoc/BS in ME

Tools

CAD software

CAM software

Job description

Our client, a well-established and growing CNC automation solutions provider, is seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to join their technical team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining hands‑on CNC expertise with customer interaction to develop innovative machining solutions, optimize manufacturing processes, and support advanced automation technologies.

This highly visible role serves as the technical bridge between customers, sales, engineering, and manufacturing. The ideal candidate has extensive experience programming CNC machines from scratch, developing machining strategies using CAD/CAM software, selecting tooling and workholding, and driving process optimization to improve quality, cycle times, and overall manufacturing efficiency.

If you’re passionate about machining technology, continuous improvement, and helping customers maximize productivity, this is an outstanding opportunity to make a significant impact.

Position Summary

The Applications Engineer will develop and validate machining processes, create CNC programs, support equipment demonstrations, and provide technical expertise throughout the sales and implementation process. This role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build trusted relationships with customers while identifying opportunities to improve manufacturing performance.

Travel is expected for customer visits, vendor meetings, machine demonstrations, and industry trade shows.

Responsibilities

• Develop CNC machining programs from scratch for customer applications and demonstrations.
• Utilize CAD/CAM software to create efficient machining strategies and toolpaths.
• Evaluate customer part prints and manufacturing requirements to develop optimized machining processes.
• Recommend tooling, workholding, fixturing, cutting parameters, and automation solutions that improve productivity and reduce cycle times.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, continuous improvement, and increased manufacturing efficiency.
• Conduct machine demonstrations, application prove‑outs, and customer acceptance trials.
• Partner with Sales, Engineering, and customers to deliver customized manufacturing solutions.
• Troubleshoot machining, programming, tooling, and process‑related challenges.
• Provide technical support throughout the sales cycle and implementation process.
• Represent the company at customer facilities, vendor events, and industry trade shows.
• Stay current on emerging CNC technologies, automation trends, tooling advancements, and manufacturing best practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC programming experience in a manufacturing, machine tool, or automation environment.
• Proven ability to write CNC programs from scratch.
• Strong CAD/CAM programming experience with the ability to develop efficient machining strategies.
• In‑depth knowledge of machining processes, tooling, workholding, fixturing, and process optimization.
• Experience improving manufacturing efficiency through cycle time reduction, tooling optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with a customer‑focused approach.
• Comfortable traveling for customer visits, vendor meetings, trade shows, and equipment demonstrations.
• Experience with multi‑axis machining, automated manufacturing systems, or advanced CNC technologies is highly desirable.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent practical experience is preferred.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a respected and growing leader in CNC machining and automation solutions.
• Work with advanced manufacturing technologies and innovative customer applications.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and technical growth.
• Collaborative culture that values innovation, customer partnership, and continuous improvement.
• Diverse, challenging projects with the opportunity to make a measurable impact on customer success and manufacturing performance.

If you’re looking for an opportunity where you can leverage your CNC expertise, help customers optimize their manufacturing processes, and work with cutting‑edge automation technology, we’d welcome the opportunity to discuss this position with you.