CNC Application Engineer - Charlotte, NC

Requisition ID#: 886A

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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 manufactures of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufactures maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity.

Morris South is a division of Morris Group, Inc. We supply CNC machine tools, tooling, accessories, software, automation, and more to manufacturers of precision machined parts. Our customer base is located in the southeast U.S. We serve manufacturers in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and the Florida panhandle. Our mission is to help manufacturers from all industry sectors achieve and maintain a competitive advantage by improving productivity. We help you make better parts, less expensively.

Summary of Responsibility:

As an Applications Engineer you will use your technical skills to identify and provide conscientious solutions for our diverse customer base. Leading turnkey projects, demonstrations, and other customer related projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. The Applications Engineer is the first line of support for our customer experience. The person filling this role is responsible for prioritizing multiple high-level technical tasks that surround the use and implementation of CAM software, CNC Machining of sophisticated parts, and working on multi Axis CNC Machines. The Engineer will also work with pre-sales to assist on quotes for customers application. Being flexible to work on multiple task at one time.

What You Will Contribute:

Encourage and mentor team
Leading turnkey projects, demonstrations, and other customer related projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget
Conducting pre-sale activities and reviews including customer visits, evaluation of opportunities, machine assessment and recommendations, part processing recommendations and development of turnkey proposals
Making accurate cost estimates, time studies, writing engineering reports, and interpreting plans and specifications
Developing/ implementing custom demonstrations and training customers in the safe set up and operation of CNC machining centers, lathes, grinders, Swiss style lathes and/ or multi-tasking machines
Possessing and maintaining an in-depth knowledge of machine tool industry and product lines represented by the company
Provide technical support to existing customers
Documentation for engineering systems
Customer part programs and training.

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 & Competencies:

A.S/B.S. or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or 10 years of related field service
8-10 years proven industry experience as a CNC Programmer, Manufacturing Engineer, Applications Engineer, etc.
8-10 years CAD/CAM Experience
Experience with CNC machining, part programming and knowledge of the manufacturing industry
Multi-functional team collaboration
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills (word, excel, power point)
Pragmatic problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

SolidWorks and Master CAM experience preferred, but any 3D CAD software experience is a plus
Intimate knowledge of modern tooling and work holding solutions
Expertise with various Machine Tool brands and commonly used controls (Okuma)(Fanuc)

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 work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations 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 keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations.

Morris Group, Inc., including all operating subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer-M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.

Charlotte, NC