Fabrication Applications Engineer

Productivity, Inc is a single-source supplier of CNC metalworking & fabricating machines, tooling, robots & related products & services.

We provide machine-specific applications engineering and integration solutions for our customers' most complex manufacturing challenges. Our Applications Engineers assist with machine and tooling selection, performing machine demonstrations, process automation, part programming, and process optimization.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking talented and dedicated individuals who are eager to join our team.

• $75,000 - $90,000/year (based on experience and qualifications)
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – Day 1 of Employment
• 401 (k) with Match
• Generous Paid Time Off – Holidays, Personal & Vacation
  
  

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site training per customer requirements
• Assist customers with technical, application, or service-related questions; programming, tooling, nesting, and part processing.
• Work with machine tool sales to prepare for sales demonstrations; order materials required for demo; program and set-up machine; run demo and answer any customer questions. Prepare time estimates or process plans, as required, to generate sales.
• Prepare materials, which include, but are not limited to; time studies, tool lists, process plans, layout sketches, presentation materials, and proposals.
• Prepare for and participate in trade shows and promotional shows; write programs, order tooling and materials, set up jobs. Demonstrate product, answer questions.
• Other miscellaneous duties and responsibilities as required by the position.
  
  

Requirements

• 5 years laser and press brake programming, set-up and/or operation.
• Water Jet cutting and plate roll experience a Plus.
• Degree/certificate in related field; Machine Tool Technology, Manufacturing & Engineering Technology, etc., or 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong technical expertise to perform programming and applications support; tool design / tooling selection.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM programming / nesting software, especially Solidworks. Willing to train the right candidate.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment. Desire to collaborate with and assist team members.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for complex problems.
• Attention to detail. Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks.
• Valid driver’s license. Clean driving record.
• Travel required approximately 20% of the time.
  
  

Productivity Inc. is a leading, full-service CNC machine tool and metalworking distributor in the Midwest and Rocky Mountain regions, serving 12 states from our five offices in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Colorado, and Utah. We have been offering superior quality machining products and unmatched customer service to manufacturing facilities and machine shops for over 50 years.

Visit us at www.productivity.com

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