Senior CNC Application Engineer (Mills)

Unify Recruit; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Unify Recruit is seeking a CNC Applications Engineer with a milling focus in the Charlotte, NC area. You will develop and optimize milling processes, program and demonstrate machines, and lead customer runoff tests while traveling regionally to support projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on CAM programming, machine demonstrations, training, and close collaboration with sales to deliver robust manufacturing solutions.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of CNC Applications Engineering or advanced CNC programming experience.
• Strong experience with 3-axis and 5-axis milling.
• Experience with CNC lathes or mill-turn machines is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with CAM software such as Mastercam, NX CAM, HyperMill, Fusion 360, or similar.
• Strong understanding of FANUC controls and modern CNC machining practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining processes and improve cycle times.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
• Willingness to travel regionally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CNC machining processes for customer applications.
• Program, prove out, and demonstrate CNC milling machines.
• Conduct machine runoff demonstrations and customer acceptance testing.
• Train customers on machine operation, programming, and best machining practices.
• Provide technical support before and after machine installation.
• Collaborate with sales teams to identify and develop manufacturing solutions for customers.
• Travel throughout the assigned territory to support customer projects and demonstrations.

Skills

strong milling background

CNC machining knowledge

customer-facing

Tools

Mastercam

NX CAM

HyperMill

Fusion 360

Job description

CNC Applications Engineer (Milling Focus)

Location: Charlotte, NC Area (Relocation Available)

Travel: Regional Travel (Approximately 25–40%)

A leading machine tool organization is seeking a CNC Applications Engineer with a strong milling background to support customers through machine demonstrations, process development, turnkey projects, training, and technical support. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges while working with advanced CNC machining technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CNC machining processes for customer applications.
• Program, prove out, and demonstrate CNC milling machines.
• Conduct machine runoff demonstrations and customer acceptance testing.
• Train customers on machine operation, programming, and best machining practices.
• Provide technical support before and after machine installation.
• Collaborate with sales teams to identify and develop manufacturing solutions for customers.
• Travel throughout the assigned territory to support customer projects and demonstrations.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of CNC Applications Engineering or advanced CNC programming experience.
• Strong experience with 3-axis and 5-axis milling is required.
• Experience with CNC lathes or mill-turn machines is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with CAM software such as Mastercam, NX CAM, HyperMill, Fusion 360, or similar.
• Strong understanding of FANUC controls and modern CNC machining practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining processes and improve cycle times.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
• Willingness to travel regionally.

Preferred Background

• Applications Engineer supporting CNC machine tools.
• Experience with customer demonstrations, prove-outs, process optimization, and technical training.
• Background supporting aerospace, medical, mold & die, or precision manufacturing customers.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a highly respected organization with advanced CNC technology.
• Work with cutting-edge machining applications and a diverse customer base.
• Strong compensation, benefits, and opportunities for long-term career growth.
• Collaborative team environment with ongoing technical development.

If you have a passion for advanced machining technology and enjoy helping customers maximize their manufacturing capabilities, we'd love to connect.