Application Engineer

Company: Sch--tte Corporation
Location: Jackson
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Alfred H. Schutte, based in Cologne, Germany, is a leading global manufacturer of Multi- Spindle Automatics and 5-Axis CNC Grinding Machines and is represented on several continents by subsidiaries. Schutte USA, servicing North America located in Jackson, MI is currently seeking an Applications Engineer to support our clients and product lines.
Job Summary We are seeking an innovative, talented and experienced Applications Engineer to join our team. You will drive success with a goal of improving customer satisfaction, maximizing client retention, and increasing profitability. As a valuable Application Engineer, you will also apply your high-level knowledge of science, mathematics, and technology to enhance client trust, build rapport, and drive yourself and your team to meet annual goals. If you want a career where your direct influence and opinions matter, then consider working for us. You will experience the excitement of fostering team unity as you work in close collaboration with management and fellow team members to create positive working relationships. Job Responsibilities

• Develop applications that effectively accomplish client objectives and user needs
• Design and write code for CNC applications
• Recommending appropriate cutting tools, work-holding and fixturing per customer or part/print specification
• Remodel and adapt applications as needed to optimize performance - Maintain customer satisfaction by using creativity and ingenuity to investigate complaints, identify resolutions, suggest enhanced operating techniques, and recommend system improvements.
  • Test applications extensively to ensure they are error and bug free
  • Act as a technical advisor to all departments
  • Liaise with sales department to identify technical requirements and develop solutions
  • Determine project constraints including estimated time and costs
  • Act as resident technological expert advisor for our products
  • Customize specialized applications according to client needs
  • Create Time studies and perform test cuts
  • Maintain positive client relationships
  • Provide customer service and support during field visits and tie workflow to schedules to ensure maximum efficiency.
  • Collaborate with the technical team and share information across the organization to build positive relationships with clients and coworkers.
  • Satisfy customer needs by making appropriate recommendations and briefings using appropriate field automation systems, procedures, and protocols.
  • Exercise diplomacy in resolving conflicting customer performance expectations Job Skills & Qualifications Required:
    • Technical degree preferred or 3-5 year's minimum experience with CNC programming
    • CNC Application Programming Experience
    • Tooling and Work-holding experience
    • Successful experience identifying and implementing process improvements in machining technology
    • Ability to adapt to dynamic work schedules and flexible shifts
    • Superb customer service, communication and self-management skills
      Preferred:
      • Siemens 840D Power Line and or Solution Line
      • 5 Axis CNC Grinding
      • Fanuc Robot experience
      • Familiarity with mobile applications and tools
      • Awareness of chemical, health and safety issues
      • Working knowledge of Microsoft office
      • Additional requirements
      • Valid driver's license with clean driving record
      • Ability to obtain a US passport
      • Ability and willingness to travel nationally 60% and some internationally Shared Values
        • Integrity
        • Accountability
        • Diligence
        • Perseverance
        • Trust
          Benefits
          • Vacation
          • Holidays
          • Company contribution for Health, Dental and Vision
          • 401(k) w/match

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