Application Engineer will provide engineering expertise and guidance of all aspects of the application of FFA CNC system products to support OEM and end users in the purchase and integration of FANUC systems. Work with customers from initial project development through follow-up support. Grow sales and market share of FFA products at assigned accounts.
This is remote position, reporting to our Hoffman Estates, IL office. The Application Engineer will support customers throughout Western New York and Ontario, including key areas such as Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, and the Greater Toronto/Hamilton region. The ideal candidate will reside within a commutable distance of these territories or be willing to relocate to a centrally located area.
How It's Done- Serve as technical lead at assigned OEM/MTB/Retrofitter accounts by:
- Suggesting CNC products to meet customer specifications
- Supporting commissioning of CNC products for customer's application
- Provide application and marketing support at end-user accounts by:
- Providing application support on existing CNC products
- Promoting FFA CNC products for key retrofit/new machine projects
- Provide technical application assistance and support to Sales Engineers and prospective customers by:
- Assisting with pre-installation technical discussion and recommendations - identify technical needs of customers
- May involve accompanying sales engineer on prospective site meetings
- Configure complete systems determining best technical solution for controls, servos and features. Develop BOM (bill of materials)
- Provide new ideas and strategies for the application of CNC products in and outside of the machine tool industry
- Assist the marketing & business development team to promote FFA products by:
- Create technical presentations and white papers.
- Attend trade shows and give technical presentations
- Support the Engineering Team and overall business goals by:
- Provide required reports that highlight major customer activities together with brief hourly breakdown
- Keep manager aware of any difficult customer issues
- Update and maintain Application Engineering calendar with their whereabouts when not working from the office
What You Need- Associates degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
- Minimum of three (3) years of engineering experience within manufacturing, automation, or machine tool industry setting
- Knowledge of FANUC CNC products, including CNC controls, servos, spindles, and software tools such as FAPT Ladder, FANUC Picture, Manual Guide i, Macro-Executor, FOCAS development, and related applications
- Extensive knowledge of engineering principles, application development, and manufacturing processes, with emphasis on CNC, PLC, and servo systems
- Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and the capacity to quickly learn proprietary software toolsAbility to effectively present ideas and solutions to audiences ranging from machine tool operators to upper-level management
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and customers, ensuring timely follow-through and closure
- Strong commercial mindset with technical sales skills; excellent written and verbal communication and presentation abilities; and a proven team player
- Requires a valid driver's license and passport, along with the ability to travel approximately 50%-by both land and air-to customer sites throughout the U.S. and Canada
What Would Be Even Better- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or a related field or equivalent relevant experience
- More than three (3) with demonstrated depth in manufacturing, automation, or machine tool environments and increasing technical ownership or complexity of work
It's Your MoveIf you're ready to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply today. We look forward to learning more about you!
We offer market competitive pay and benefits programs, as well as opportunities for advancement, knowledge and skill development, and recognition of individual achievements. In addition, we offer the following benefits to our employees:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Program
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Benefit Dollars
- Generous Holiday & Vacation Program
FANUC American is seeking a qualified applicant for the Application Engineer position. The pay range for this position is $81,120 - $130,874 per year. The pay range listed is based on both salary and other compensation, including bonuses and profit sharing, that an employee may be paid during their employment with FANUC America. Benefits include medical insurance, 401k savings, paid vacation, vision insurance, dental insurance, tuition reimbursements, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid holidays. More information related to benefits offered by FANUC America can be found at the hyperlink attached here.
A compensation package offered to a successful applicant will ultimately be determined by consideration of a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, an applicant's geographic location, educational attainment, and level of experience.
Sponsorship will not be considered for this position.
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