CNC Application Engineer

Job Description

CNC Application Engineer (On-site, 5 days/week)

Location:USA, Franklin

Experience: 7 to 15 years

Employment Type: Full-time

Visa Sponsorship: H1-B Sponsorship Available

Must Have-

2-Year Technical Degree in CNC Programming or Engineer Applications

In-depth knowledge of programming and operating CNC lathes such as Citizens, Tsugami, Star, etc.

Reading and taking blueprints from paper to production through programming, set-up, and quality inspection.

Strong proficiency with CNC programming (G-code) and knowledge of CAM software. Familiarity with various Swiss lathe brands such as Citizen, Tsugami, and Star.

Experience and understanding of CNC Machine Tool controls, servo systems and mechanical concepts.

Overview-

The role of the CNC Applications Engineer is to be the subject matter expert in Citizen Swiss-style and Miyano fixed headstock lathes. They will apply this knowledge to quoting our customers specifications, taking into consideration all components that define the machining process. In addition to quoting, they will assist in process development and process improvement of the shop floor.

Description-

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Applications Quoting applying their expertise to the quoting process that consists of all machining processes including labor.

Machine Process Troubleshooting Diagnose and resolve set-up and machine operational issue.

Programming Optimization write and edit CNC programs optimizing tool paths, speeds, and feeds to enhance machine efficiencies.

Process Development Process Improvement design and implement manufacturing process for Swiss-style CNC lathe machining. Identify efficiencies that reduce or eliminate secondary, deburring, tumbling processes.

100% onsite role

Tooling Collet Fixture Design- selecting the appropriate tools, collets, and fixtures that meet the job requirements in the most efficient process.

Quality Assurance- collaborate with Quality Control to define inspections and quality control processes that ensure the finished part meets tolerances and quality standards.

Actively part of operation discussions

Requirements-

2-Year Technical Degree in CNC Programming or Engineer Applications

In-depth knowledge of programming and operating CNC lathes such as Citizens, Tsugami, Star, etc.

Reading and taking blueprints from paper to production through programming, set-up, and quality inspection.

Working in a high precision machining environment

High aptitude in mathematics

US Person qualified

No felony convictions

Minimum of 7+ years of experience in Swiss-style CNC lathe setup, programming, and operation, ideally in a production environment

Strong proficiency with CNC programming (G-code) and knowledge of CAM software. Familiarity with various Swiss lathe brands such as Citizen, Tsugami, and Star.

Experience and understanding of CNC Machine Tool controls, servo systems and mechanical concepts

Ability to work inside the machines when needed.

Lift up to 25 lbs.

Full-time