Sales Application Engineer

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Direct message the job poster from Davalyn Corporation Davalyn Corporation has been retained to fill a Sales Applications Engineer position on behalf of a globally respected manufacturer of carbide cutting tools used in a wide range of CNC machining operations —including milling, turning, drilling, grooving, and reaming . Our client serves top-tier manufacturers across the aerospace, defense, oil & gas, industrial, and precision component sectors. In addition to candidates with direct cutting tool sales and applications experience , our client is also open to hiring individuals with a strong background in machine tools —including sales engineers, applications engineers, and technical specialists from the CNC machine tool industry . This is a high-impact opportunity for a technical sales professional with strong knowledge of metal cutting, machining processes, and CNC equipment to engage directly with customers in metalworking and machining-intensive environments . Key Responsibilities Manage and grow accounts by supporting CNC machine shops, job shops, tool & die makers, and OEMs in the application of advanced tooling and machine tool solutions . Conduct on-site product trials, troubleshoot machining and CNC performance issues , and recommend the appropriate use of indexable inserts, solid carbide end mills, HSS drills, reamers, and round tools . Deliver high-value consultation to customers on tool performance, chip load, feeds & speeds, cutting parameters, tool wear, and machining efficiency . Collaborate with machine tool builders (MTBs), distributors, plant managers, and manufacturing engineers to develop customized solutions and close technical sales. Provide training and demonstrations to shop floor teams, CNC programmers, and applications engineers on tooling geometry, CAM programming strategies, and machine setup best practices . Act as a trusted resource for optimizing machining performance, cycle times, tool life, spindle utilization, and overall part quality . Required Experience & Qualifications Proven experience in technical sales or applications engineering for cutting tools or CNC machine tools —particularly in high-speed milling, turning, drilling, and multi-axis machining applications . Strong hands-on background in machining, metal cutting, or chipmaking , with expertise in the selection and use of tools such as: Solid carbide end mills, indexable tools, HSS drills, thread mills, boring bars, reamers, taps, and grooving inserts. Toolholding and workholding systems including collets, hydraulic chucks, vises, and modular fixtures. Familiarity with CNC machine tools (lathes, machining centers, Swiss machines, 5-axis machining) and CAM software (e.g., Mastercam, Fusion 360, Siemens NX) with working knowledge of G-code preferred. Experience calling on aerospace machining suppliers, automotive component manufacturers, industrial fabricators, or defense contractors is strongly valued. Deep understanding of cutting forces, heat zones, tool geometry, chip evacuation, and their relationship to machine speeds, feeds, coolant strategies, and part materials . Excellent presentation, customer service, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively on the shop floor as well as in executive-level sales discussions . Base Salary: Up to $90,000 Incentives: Commission structure tied to sales performance Company Vehicle: Provided for business use Benefits: Full medical, dental, 401(k), and reimbursed travel/expenses Apply Now If you’re a results-driven sales engineer or applications specialist with a deep understanding of carbide cutting tools, CNC machine tools, and metal cutting technologies , we encourage you to apply. This is a career-defining opportunity with a well-established manufacturer that values both engineering excellence and customer partnership . Job Details Seniority level: Associate Employment type: Full-time Job function: Sales and Engineering Industries: Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Davalyn Corporation by 2x Get notified about new Sales Application Engineer jobs in Daytona Beach, FL . #J-18808-Ljbffr