CNC Swiss Engineering Lead

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Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third generation, family owned and operated business that serves manufacturers of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufacturers maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity.

Summary of Responsibility:

As a CNC Swiss Engineering Lead, you will serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert in Swiss-style CNC machining applications. This position is responsible for developing and implementing innovative machining solutions, leading complex turnkey projects, supporting pre-sale activities, and providing technical guidance to customers and internal teams.

The CNC Swiss Engineering Lead will utilize advanced knowledge of CNC programming, machining processes, tooling, automation, and machine capabilities to evaluate customer applications and develop efficient, cost-effective solutions. This role will work extensively with Tsugami Swiss-style machine tools and will provide technical leadership throughout the sales, application, implementation, and customer support processes.

What You Will Contribute:

• Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert for CNC Swiss machining applications, providing guidance and support to Applications Engineers, Sales, Service, and customers.

• Lead complex turnkey projects, demonstrations, and other customer-related engineering projects, ensuring projects are completed accurately, on time, and within budget.

• Conduct pre-sale activities and technical reviews, including customer visits, opportunity evaluations, machine assessments, part-processing recommendations, cycle-time estimates, feasibility studies, and development of turnkey proposals.

• Analyze customer parts, prints, processes, and production requirements to recommend appropriate machine configurations, tooling, work holding, programming strategies, and process improvements.

• Develop and implement custom machining demonstrations and proof-of-concept applications to validate proposed solutions and demonstrate machine capabilities.

• Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot CNC programs and machining processes for Swiss-style CNC machine tools.

• Provide technical leadership in the development and implementation of turnkey machining solutions, including tooling, work holding, automation, and process optimization when applicable.

• Conduct customer training in the safe setup, programming, operation, and troubleshooting of CNC Swiss-style machine tools and related equipment.

• Provide on-site engineering assistance, process support, troubleshooting, and training at customer facilities as required.

• Support Applications Engineers with complex applications, technical troubleshooting, project planning, and process development.

• Share technical knowledge and best practices with the Applications Engineering team to promote consistency, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, engineering reports, cycle-time analyses, and other technical documentation.

• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T, and customer manufacturing requirements to develop appropriate machining solutions.

• Collaborate with Sales and other internal teams to evaluate opportunities, develop technical recommendations, and ensure proposed solutions align with customer requirements.

• Stay current on Swiss machining technology, tooling, controls, programming techniques, and industry trends to maintain a high level of technical expertise.

Other Functions:

• Perform related duties as required

The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed.The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Significant experience in Sliding Headstock (Swiss) CNC machine tool engineering, programming, applications, and/or manufacturing.

• Demonstrated expertise in CNC Swiss machining processes, tooling, work holding, and process optimization.

• In-depth knowledge of machine tool technology and the product lines represented by the company, with the ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies.

• Strong understanding of CNC lathe processes and tooling applications.

• Advanced knowledge of CNC programming and Fanuc-based controls; 5-axis machining experience strongly preferred.

• Experience developing and optimizing machining processes, including cycle-time reduction and productivity improvements.

• Experience with CAD/CAM software preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects from initial evaluation through implementation and customer acceptance.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex applications, identify potential issues, and develop effective solutions.

• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively to customers, Sales, Applications Engineering, Service, and other internal stakeholders.

• Ability to provide technical guidance, coaching, and support to less experienced Applications Engineers.

• Strong customer-service orientation with the ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and make sound technical decisions in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to travel regularly to customer locations for demonstrations, training, engineering support, and project implementation.

• Ability to perform job responsibilities with integrity and values consistent with the Morris Group Values.

What's in it for You?:

We take great pride in our employees and offer a variety of benefits that allow our employees to be successful inside and outside of work:

• Competitive starting salary

• Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance

• Paid Time Off, starting with 23 paid days off in your first year.

• 10 Company Paid Holidays

• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee appreciation events and perks

• Employee Assistance Program
  

Mental and Physical Requirements:

The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be highly mobile, able to access all areas of the premises.

• Ability to concentrate and remain focused while prioritizing multiple tasks, responsibilities, and projects.

• Ability to sit for prolonged period of times.

• Able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and lifting of moderate to heavyweight material up to 50 lbs. with assistance from equipment or other employees.

• Ability to frequently use hands and arms.

• Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to work responsibly and professionally in dynamic job sites that may involve tight timelines, changing priorities, and interaction with customers and team members.

Certain positions are designated as safety-sensitive due to the nature of the work performed. Employees in these roles may also be expected to:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach for extended periods while servicing equipment.

• Ability to work in tight spaces or awkward positions, including accessing equipment interiors and elevated areas.

• Strong hand–eye coordination and fine motor skills required for precise electrical, mechanical, and diagnostic work.

• Ability to work in industrial environments, with exposure to noise, lubricants, coolants, metal chips, and other manufacturing conditions, while consistently wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Requisition ID#: 1828C (Brooklyn Park, MN)