Tech Center Applications Engineer: CNC/CAM & Tooling Expert

Ingersoll Cutting Tool Company; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingersoll Cutting Tools, Rockford, IL, is seeking a Tech Center Applications Engineer to support tooling setups, CAM programming, and customer-facing testing projects. The role requires collaboration with sales teams, distributors, and end-users to optimize tooling solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a mechanical engineering background (or related certification) with CAM software proficiency, strong shop experience, and the ability to travel to customer sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Engineering Technology preferred or a CNC/CAD-CAM certificate with 3–5 years of shop experience.
• Autodesk Fusion CAM experience required.
• Autodesk PowerMill CAM experience required; other CAM software acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Set up tooling and load tools into machines.
• Run and execute programs on TC machines.
• Create NC programs using CAM software.
• Learn tool selection based on material, conditions, and objectives.
• Collaborate with ICTC sales/distributors/end-users on testing projects.
• Manage testing projects and relay data via reports and correspondence.
• Host virtual meetings with customers (MS Teams/Zoom).
• Create PowerPoint demos and test project materials.
• Travel to customers as needed (20–30%).

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

CNC / CAD-CAM certificate

Tools

Autodesk Fusion (CAM)

Autodesk PowerMill (CAM)

Other CAM software

Job description

Ingersoll Cutting Tools, Rockford, IL, is seeking a Tech Center Applications Engineer to support tooling setups, CAM programming, and customer-facing testing projects. The role requires collaboration with sales teams, distributors, and end-users to optimize tooling solutions.

The ideal candidate will have a mechanical engineering background (or related certification) with CAM software proficiency, strong shop experience, and the ability to travel to customer sites as needed.