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Applications Engineer - CNC Machining

Company:
Dynomax
Location:
Wheeling, IL
Pay:
35-45 per hour
Posted:
October 02, 2026
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Description:

APPLICATIONS ENGINEER

Dynomax, Inc, a family-owned company, designs, manufactures, and develops high-precision machined components, injection molding and tooling, sub-assemblies, automated work cells, specialty machines, and machine tool spindles since 1986. We are seeking a skilled and well rounded Applications Engineer who will be responsible for troubleshooting, calibrating, diagnosis, and servicing CNC machines and its component parts, and controllers. He or she will also perform tests on machinery prior to returning to production and will troubleshoot errors and make corrections.

Applications Engineer Job Responsibilities:

Read and interpret electrical schematics and work instructions to determine service required of machinery

Test electrical/electronic systems in equipment, using testing devices, such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, or oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system

Inspect electronic control systems on equipment or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair

Provide electrical/electronic support for equipment failure issues

Perform all annual electrical maintenance tasks that include, but are not limited to, machine axis calibrations, kinematic calibrations, geometry alignment and motor tuning

Troubleshoot malfunctioning systems or components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of the breakdown and correct the problem

Properly analyze CNC diagnostic data to improve equipment functionality

Applications Engineer Job Requirements:

This key position is ideal for a skilled Applications Engineer with strong technical skills as well as excellent communication skills.

Proficient in the use of CNC machine calibration equipment, such as ball bar test equipment, diagnostic oscilloscopes, encoder testing equipment, and precision mechanical measuring tools

Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the electronic machine control systems of industrial machinery

Ability to read electrical schematics

Knowledge of CNC controls and servo systems

Ability to use dial indicators or other precision mechanical measuring tools to ensure a machine is working properly and monitor operations

Benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) Plan with a generous Company match

Paid holidays, vacation days, PTO days

Optional FSA and Identity Theft Protection

Optional Short Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Supplemental Life Insurance

Discretionary annual bonus

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Dynomax provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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