Applications Engineer, Apprentice

Job DetailsJob Location: Gosiger Michigan - Plymouth, MI 48170Position Summary

Objective of this position is to learn and become proficient in performing the responsibilities; of control training on Okuma lathe & mill, print interpretation with GD&T, part processing and programming, tool and work holding selection. Use of Auto Cad and Cam system, ie: Fusion, Gibbs, Esprit. Incumbent performs all tasks at the highest possible quality, efficient and timely manner. Incumbent works as a member of the applications team and assists the team as required.  

Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00

Essential Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Work towards completing the applications apprentice level training program at or above expected proficiency.
Participates in “On the Job Training” including new machine training, new machine parts set up, show room demos, customer part processing, time study creation, machine / cell layouts, program creation.
Works with senior application engineers on proper training techniques, machine set up practices, part processing. Overall proper machine operation.
Works with senior application engineers on proper communication between the applications team and the customer. Also providing updates to the sales department.
Travels with senior applications engineers when making customer visits with the sales department. To learn proper fact-finding techniques in front of potential customers.
Consults with tooling vendors, work holding venders. Supplies findings to the team and senior applications engineers.
Documents machine demos for later use.
Accurately documents time log, engineering request log, mileage log, and expenses.
Responsible for maintaining current technical, interpersonal, and communication skills. 
Responsible for upkeep of all showroom equipment, gauging equipment, and department tools.

QualificationsEssential Qualifications:

Degree in Manufacturing Engineering / Mechanical Engineering. Or minimum of a High School / Vocational Machining degree and 4-years machine operation / service-related experience.
Experience running manual Mill or Lathe
Read and understand Blueprint’s including GD&T tolerance
Interpret G-Code programs
Use and understand precision measurement instruments
CAD / CAM Experience
Ability to create a part drawing
Valid Driver’s License, reliable transportation
Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Passport. Must be able to travel out of state or out of country to support customer projects.
Good interpersonal Communication skills.
Ability to maintain professional conduct when dealing with customers, peers, builder representatives and suppliers.
Demonstrated professional appearance, self-starter and effective planning and organizational skills.
Ability to use PC and job-related software / programs for programming, record keeping, time study related documents.
Physical demands; bending, stooping standing for long periods of time, lifting.

Working Conditions:

Manufacturing work environment which includes moving and lifting machine components. Potentially loud and dirty equipment, with exposure to a variety of non-hazardous and hazardous chemicals. Job requires hands on work with machine tools and accessories.

Perks and Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Paid time off and holiday pay
401K plan with company match
Maternity and Paternity leave