Senior Application Engineer, Machine Tool Solutions (Remote)

Kennametal; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal is hiring a Sr Application Engineer for the Machine Tool Industry, focusing on supporting key accounts, leading projects, and enhancing customer satisfaction. This remote position requires a Bachelor's in mechanical or manufacturing engineering and extensive experience in the metal cutting sector.

The role demands strong technical and interpersonal skills to effectively support customer requirements and to foster superior service levels. With a focus on project management, the engineer will also help define project objectives and coordinate various teams to meet customer needs.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7+ years of experience in the metal cutting industry.
• Experience with OEM machine tool builders is preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support machining projects and key accounts.
• Lead customer projects and manage project scope.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for project management.
• Perform sales forecasting and account planning.

Skills

Identifying customer needs

Technical communication

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering

Job description

Kennametal is hiring a Sr Application Engineer for the Machine Tool Industry, focusing on supporting key accounts, leading projects, and enhancing customer satisfaction. This remote position requires a Bachelor's in mechanical or manufacturing engineering and extensive experience in the metal cutting sector.

The role demands strong technical and interpersonal skills to effectively support customer requirements and to foster superior service levels. With a focus on project management, the engineer will also help define project objectives and coordinate various teams to meet customer needs.