Application Engineer

Applications Engineer - CNC Programming & Customer Support

Location: Long Island, NY

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Travel: Required up to 70%

Compensation: Competitive and based on experience

Position Overview:

A leading CNC machine tool company is seeking an Applications Engineer to support customer applications, machine installations, and CNC programming for Swiss-type CNC lathes. This role works closely with customers to optimize machining processes through training, testing, troubleshooting, and technical support.

Responsibilities

• Program, setup, and operate CNC machines
• Perform customer part prove-outs, demonstrations, and cycle time studies
• Develop machining processes and assist with tooling and equipment selection
• Train customers on machine setup, operation, and best practices
• Conduct in-house and customer-site machine demonstrations
• Provide technical support via phone, email, and on-site visits
• Support sales and dealer networks with technical evaluations and application reviews
• Troubleshoot machining and programming issues to improve customer productivity

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC machining, CNC programming, or applications engineering
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, part drawings, and manufacturing documentation
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication and customer-facing abilities
• Knowledge of CNC programming, machining processes, tooling, and shop mathematics
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Swiss-type CNC lathes
• Background supporting customers, operators, or manufacturing teams
• Familiarity with process development and cycle time optimization
• Experience conducting machine demonstrations, installations, or training

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal time
• Paid holidays
• Career growth opportunities with an established manufacturing organization

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