Field Application Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and close business opportunities by delivering engineered cutting tool solutions that improve machining performance, productivity, and cost efficiency
• Provide on-site technical support at customer facilities, including troubleshooting machining issues, optimizing tooling and cutting parameters, and improving process stability
• Conduct detailed manufacturing line audits (with emphasis on CNC machining, metal cutting, and tool performance) to identify productivity gains, cost savings, and new business opportunities
• Lead Value Analysis / Value Engineering initiatives focused on cycle-time reduction, tool life improvement, scrap reduction, and overall cost-per-part optimization
• Support and execute tooling trials, run-offs, and process validations for new and existing applications
• Collaborate with customers’ manufacturing, process engineering, and production teams to resolve technical challenges related to cutting tools, tool wear, surface finish, and dimensional control
• Assist in new product launches by supporting APQP processes, including manufacturability reviews, tooling selection, and process capability optimization
• Work closely with cutting tool manufacturers and vendors to resolve tool performance or quality issues and recommend improvements
• Drive standardization and consolidation of cutting tools and machining processes to reduce complexity and total cost of ownership
• Participate in customer business reviews and provide technical insights tied to performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives
• Deliver technical training for customers and internal teams on topics such as cutting tool selection, machining fundamentals, tool wear analysis, and advanced metal cutting strategies
• Collaborate cross-functionally (Sales, Quality, Sourcing, Operations) to ensure timely resolution of technical and commercial issues
• Support customer R&D and process development initiatives through application engineering and tooling recommendations (without assuming product design ownership)
• Ensure all activities align with ISO standards, safety practices, and risk mitigation to protect both the customer and organization

Education

Work Experience

Professional Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose machining issues and implement effective, data-driven solutions
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex machining concepts to operators, engineers, and executives
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, customer priorities, and field activities independently
• Hands-on, solution-oriented mindset with a high level of mechanical aptitude
• Ability to build credibility and trust with customers through technical expertise and responsiveness
• Salary Target is 100k plus depending on experience
• Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled employer.

Remote Capability