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Applications Engineer I

Goodwin RecruitingAgawam, MA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 26, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your engineering expertise within a globally respected machinery manufacturing firm, directly contributing to customer success and innovative solutions. You'll thrive here if you're a hands-on problem-solver eager to leverage your CNC programming and customer-facing skills, with excellent travel opportunities to expand your horizons. Apply today to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact!

Quick Overview

Salary
$39/hr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
On Site
Location
Agawam, MA, United States
Posted
Yesterday
CNCMicrosoft Office

Job Description

An established Machinery Manufacturing firm is looking for an Applications Engineer to join their Team!

The Application Engineer is tasked with putting the pieces together - you will work with the Customer and closely with the Sales and Engineering team to make sure the customer is getting what they've requested. The Application Engineer is also tasked with setting up the machine once it has arrived at the customers location.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Program CNC machines (Swiss), develop manufacturing processes, and provide customer training in a manufacturing environment
  • Conduct pre-sale activities, including customer visits, machine assessments, and providing machine and part processing recommendations
  • Prepare accurate cost estimates, write engineering reports, and interpret plans, prints, and specifications
  • Interpret part drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
  • Perform time studies and first-part runoffs
  • Program, set up, and train customers on CNC lathes, as well as CNC vertical and horizontal mills
  • Configure CNC programming and machine setups according to customer specifications
  • Provide customer support via phone and on-site visits
  • Align and interface bar feed units
  • Travel within the tri-state area (up to 50%), as well as domestically and internationally, as required
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management

Job Requirements:

  • Minimum of 7+ years of experience with CNC machines; Swiss screw machine experience for CNC lathes preferred
  • Swiss machining experience preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework preferred
  • Ability and willingness to travel locally (up to 50%) and domestically/internationally
  • Valid driver’s license and passport required

Salary: 40-46/hr + Bonus

Overtime Pay for over 40 hours!

Apply if Interested!

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