Senior Applications Engineer — CNC & 5-Axis Programming

Haas Automation, Inc.; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Haas Automation, Inc. is seeking an Applications Engineer 4 in Oxnard, CA, to program, set up and operate CNC lathes and mills, and to work with customers to solve complex applications. The role emphasizes 5-axis and 3-axis CNC programming, and requires deep knowledge of Haas products and CAD/CAM systems.

The position involves travel (20-35%), strong problem-solving, and collaboration with the service department to deliver high-quality customer service and technical demonstrations.

Qualifications

• Must be a machining expert.
• Can read and write advanced G-code for Fanuc controls and has good knowledge of other controls.
• Offers excellent communication skills (telephone and interpersonal).
• Computer literate in MS Office, Word, and Excel.
• Must be an expert in a minimum of one CAD/CAM System.
• Can create in CAD/CAM Wire-frame, Solid Model, and Program 3-axis parts (mills) and/or 2-axis (lathe).
• 20-35% travel required.

Responsibilities

• Works with the service department to provide our customers the highest quality customer service possible.
• Performs miscellaneous duties in preparation for trade shows or machine demonstrations.
• Offers expertise on Haas products and knows options and features of lathes, mills, specials, and rotaries.
• Writes advanced 5-axis (mills) and 3-axis plus sub spindle with live tool (includes Vertical Turning Center if Lathe) CNC programs.
• Diagnosing complex programming errors and software flaws as well as mechanical flaws.

Skills

Machining expert

G-code (Fanuc)

Communication

MS Office

CAD/CAM

Education

Associate's degree AA/AS/AAS

Tools

CAD/CAM System

MS Office

Job description

Haas Automation, Inc. is seeking an Applications Engineer 4 in Oxnard, CA, to program, set up and operate CNC lathes and mills, and to work with customers to solve complex applications. The role emphasizes 5-axis and 3-axis CNC programming, and requires deep knowledge of Haas products and CAD/CAM systems.

The position involves travel (20-35%), strong problem-solving, and collaboration with the service department to deliver high-quality customer service and technical demonstrations.