Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:
401(k)401(k) matchingBonus based on performanceCompetitive salaryDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offTraining & developmentVision insurance
Position Summary:
The Applications Engineer is responsible for providing technical expertise, process development, and customer support related to industrial machinery. This role bridges engineering, sales, and service by demonstrating machine capabilities, optimizing cutting parameters, and ensuring customers achieve maximum value from their laser systems.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop and optimize laser cutting parameters for various metals and material thickness.
- Conduct machine demonstrations, trials, and proof of concept test for prospective customers.
- Troubleshoot cutting quality and process issues.
- Provide on-site and remote training to customers on machine operation, maintenance, and process optimization.
- Develop and document cutting process databases, application notes, and best practice guides.
Secondary Responsibilities:
- Support installation and commissioning at customer sites as needed
- Prepare technical documentation, cutting samples, and reports for customer presentations
- Support trade shows, open houses, and industry events with live demonstration and technical expertise
- Assist in product development by relating customer and application insights to R&D
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field (Equivalent experience may be considered)
- 5+ Years of experience in laser processing, CNC machinery, or precision metal fabrication
- Hands-on experience with fiber laser products highly preferred
- Knowledge of motion controls systems, optics, and materials sciences is a plus
- Familiarity with CAD/CAM software
- Travel requirement is 25%
HSG is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race (including associated hairstyles), color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, genetic information, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, order of protection status, pregnancy, arrest record, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. HSG participates in E-Verify and conducts pre-employment drug testing and background checks as part of our hiring process.
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