Senior Applications Engineer-CNC Machine Tools

Can live anywhere in USA close to a Methods Tech Center About Methods Machine Tools Methods Machine Tools, Inc. supplies high-quality, high-precision machine tools and automation solutions, and designs integrated custom machining processes and systems. Headquartered in Sudbury, Mass., and in operation since 1958, Methods provides an end-to-end portfolio of best-in-class products, engineering, service, parts, training, and integration. Methods has more than 300 employees, seven technology centers, one high precision machining center, and has installed in excess of 45,000 machines throughout North America.

Title: Sr. Applications Engineer (Based at any of our offices)

Responsibility: Lead in the design and development of engineered solutions to achieve customer’s goals and expectations using state of the art CNC Multi-Axis machining equipment, automation, and secondary operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed time studies and turnkey proposals.
• Integration of Engineered Solutions and Services to customer specification.
• Manage the research and design of custom process, fixtures, and tooling.
• Programming of machines using CAM Systems
• Keep abreast of technology that will provide world class solutions to our customers.
• Maintain industry standard risk assessment and safety protocols.
• Travel to customer sites for training in engineered solutions and machine training.

Qualifications

• General CNC machining knowledge
• Knowledge in math, geometry, and trigonometry
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimension & Tolerance and Quality practices
• CAD / CAM machine tool industry specific knowledge
• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to lead effectively and with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and passport

Education

• 10 years’ experience in programming, setup, and operation of CNC Machine Tools
• CNC and CAD/ CAM Technical Training
• College degree is a plus

#ZR