Application Engineer

Job Title: Application Engineer
Location: Mundelein, IL (On-site)
Type: Full-Time (Direct Hire)
Industry: Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Application Engineer to join our CNC manufacturing team in Lake County, IL. This role focuses on ensuring the proper functioning, installation, and troubleshooting of CNC tool and cutter grinding machines, with a specific focus on Straustak machines and Numroto software. If you are a hands-on problem-solver with strong technical expertise, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Provide field service at customer facilities to maintain and troubleshoot CNC tool and cutter grinding machines.
• Work on Straustak machines and utilize Numroto software for machine operations and troubleshooting.
• Deliver technical support to customers onsite, by phone, and via email.
• Conduct machine installations and ensure proper setup at customer locations.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems both on-site and remotely.
• Travel up to 50% within the USA, Canada, and Mexico to meet customer needs.
• Read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and technical drawings for machine maintenance and repair.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Experience:
  • Minimum 3 years of technical field service experience with CNC grinding machinery.
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Software Knowledge: Familiarity with Numroto software and experience with Straustak machines.
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and schematics.
  • Basic understanding of electrical and fluid power circuits is preferred.

Preferred Attributes:

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Adaptability to travel and work in dynamic environments.

Job Details

• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with potential travel outside work hours.
• Travel: Up to 50% travel within the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
• Environment: Collaborative and supportive workplace.

Benefits

• 401(k): 4% match.
• Paid Time Off: 80 hours of PTO, with an additional week accrued annually.
• Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Long-term, and Short-term Life Insurance.
• Holidays: All major holidays off.

Why Join Us?
Be part of a trusted, hardworking team dedicated to innovation and growth. This is a unique opportunity to expand your expertise while supporting customers and solving complex technical challenges in the CNC manufacturing industry.

Apply now to join our dynamic team and elevate your career!