Applications Engineer - Milling at GF Machining Solutions LLC in Huntersville, North Carolina

Job Description:

GF Machining Solutions is one of three divisions of GF, headquartered in Biel/Bienne (Switzerland). GF Machining Solutions is one of the world's leading providers of complete solutions to the tool and mold making industry and to manufacturers of precision components. The divsion is present in more than 50 countries with its own sales companies. The key customer segments are the aerospace, the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) as well as the electronic, medical, and automotive industries.

Applications Engineer - Milling

Huntersville, North Carolina

Your tasks

- Develop and conduct dealer, customer, and staff training programs on the safe and effective operation of the machines and equipment.

- Perform test cuts to analyze the ability of the machines performance; identify ways to reduce test cut deficiencies.

- Conduct time studies, test cuts and machine demonstrations.

- Coordinate presale demonstrations and support trade shows and open houses, including procurement of equipment, set-up, demonstration and discussion with potential customers.

- Maintain a close relationship with the Sales personnel and respond timely to any requests for Applications support.

- Review Applications aspects and feasibility of RFQ's and turnkey systems.

- Provide technical applications phone support to customers; identify problems and decide the best and most efficient course of action for any requested involvement.

- Maintain a professional appearance of the demonstration centers including all fixtures, machines and equipment; make recommendations for necessary demo center machines, tools, and equipment.

- Develop and distribute technical applications documentation to the dealers, customers and staff.

- Participate in meetings, seminars and training sessions to stay apprised of new developments in the field.

Your profile

- Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university; and three to five years' experience in High Speed Milling and Tool Making/Precision manufacturing; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Systems, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

- Proficient in CAM Programming Solutions; such as, Unigraphics, ProE, Solid Works, Mastercam, Hypermill Edge CAM or Delcam Power Mill.

- Knowledge of Great Plains or similar software program helpful.

- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in various forms with several abstract and concrete variables. Define problems and troubleshoot situations using strong conceptual thinking abilities. Ability to interpret technical documents limited to brand knowledge.

- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- The employee must on occasion lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This position may require the Applications Engineer to work irregular hours and spend up to 50% of the time traveling to customer and company locations either domestically or internationally.

- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

- Must possess a valid driver's license.

Our offer

- GF offers comprehensive packages with elements that support proactive health management, generous savings plans and other benefits above typical market offerings.

- Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran

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