Swiss CNC Applications Engineer

5 Star Recruitment; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency is seeking a Swiss CNC Applications Engineer to manage turnkey projects and provide training in CNC machining. The role entails conducting pre-sale evaluations and ensuring projects meet timelines and budgets. Candidates should have experience in CNC engineering and a background in machine manufacturing. The ideal applicant possesses an associate's degree and a solid understanding of CNC machine tools. Knowledge of Fanuc controls is a plus. Opportunities for on-site training are included.

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC machine tool engineering and manufacturing.
• In-depth knowledge of the machine tool industry and product lines.
• 5-axis experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage turnkey projects and ensure timely completion.
• Conduct pre-sale activities and customer evaluations.
• Train customers on CNC machining centers and related machines.

Skills

Experience in Sliding Headstock (Swiss) CNC engineering

Knowledge of Fanuc-based controls

Able to think quickly and make decisions

Education

Associate's degree in a related field

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

About the job Swiss CNC Applications Engineer

Roles and Responsibilties:

• Running turnkey projects, demonstrations, and other customer-related projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget
• Conducting pre-sale activities and reviews, including customer visits, evaluation of opportunities, machine assessment and recommendations, part processing recommendations and development of turnkey proposal
• Developing/implementing custom demonstrations and training customers in the safe set-up and operation of CNC machining centers, lathes, grinders, Swiss-style lathes, and/ or multi-tasking machines
• Conducts training of customers in the safe set-up and operation of CNC machining centers, lathes, grinders, Swiss-style lathes, and/or multi-tasking machines.
• Making accurate cost estimates, writing engineering reports, and interpreting plans and specifications
• Travel to customers for on-site training and engineering assistance.

Qualifications:

• Experience in Sliding Headstock (Swiss) CNC machine tool related engineering and manufacturing
• Possessing and maintaining an in-depth knowledge of machine tool industry and product lines represented by the company
• Knowledge of Fanuc-based controls and 5-axis experience is a plus
• Experience with CAD/CAM software is preferred but not required.
• Able to think quickly, assess a situation, and make a sound decision.

Required Citizenship / Work Permit / Visa Status :

Must-Haves:

• Associate's degree in a related field is preferred. High School Diploma/GED required
• We need candidates from machine manufacturing industries.
• Experience in Sliding Headstock (Swiss) CNC machine tool related engineering and manufacturing only
• Knowledge of Fanuc-based controls and 5-axis experience is a plus

Nice to Have:

• Experience with CAD/CAM software is preferred but not required.