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Application Engineer 2

Makino
  • Auburn Hills, Michigan
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    At Makino, we’re looking for a Senior Applications Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and working directly with customers.

    In this role, you’ll partner with customers and internal teams to deliver high-quality machining solutions—from initial concepts through implementation and optimization. If you like a mix of hands-on work, problem-solving, and customer interaction, this is a great opportunity to grow your career.
     
    What You’ll Do
    You’ll be involved across the full customer lifecycle, including:
    • Supporting turnkey/sharekey projects and ensuring successful delivery
    • Working directly with customers to understand application needs and develop solutions
    • Providing post-sale support, including:
      • CNC programming and part processing
      • Process setup and optimization
      • Operator training
    • Leading or supporting training at customer sites and Makino facilities
    • Troubleshooting machine and application issues alongside Field Service Engineers
    • Supporting pre-sale activities such as test cuts, time studies, and technical discussions
    • Collaborating with Sales, Service, and Applications teams to solve customer challenges
    What You Bring
    We’re looking for someone with strong technical expertise and a customer-focused mindset:
    • Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, Materials Science, or related field
      or equivalent hands-on experience in a similar industry
    • Experience in Applications Engineering or a similar technical, customer-facing role
    • Strong CNC knowledge and programming experience (5-axis preferred)
    • Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
    • Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to customers
    • Strong collaboration and communication skills
    Location & Travel
    • Ideally based within 2 hours of Auburn Hills, MI
    • We may consider candidates outside this range based on experience
    • Regional travel required, with occasional national travel
    Why Makino?
    • Work with advanced machining technology and complex applications
    • Be part of a collaborative, technical team
    • Gain exposure to a wide variety of customer challenges and industries
    • Opportunity to grow and advance your career
    At Makino, we invest in our people—offering competitive pay, strong benefits, and opportunities to grow your career while working with industry-leading technology.
    We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally, including:
    • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
    • 401(k) plan with company match
    • Generous paid time off and holidays
    • Tuition assistance and continuous learning opportunities
    • Career development and advancement opportunities
    • Employee assistance programs and wellness resources
    Makino is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics as defined by federal, state, or local law.
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAuburn Hills, Michigan
    Websitehttps://www.makino.com/

    Skills

    • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Customer Trainingunmatched
    • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Machiningunmatched
    • Manufacturing Engineeringunmatched
    • Material Scienceunmatched
    • Needs Assessmentunmatched
    • On Site Supportunmatched
    • Post-Salesunmatched
    • Pre-Salesunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Resolve Customer Issuesunmatched
    • Salesunmatched
    • Sales Supportunmatched
    • Software Engineeringunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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