Senior Applications Engineer

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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 manufacturers maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity.

Summary of Responsibility:

As a Senior Applications Engineer you will use your technical skills to identify and provide dependable solutions for our diverse customer base. Managing customer projects, demonstrations, and other customer related questions to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. The Sr. Applications Engineer is the first source of support for our customer experience. The Senior Application Engineer will balance 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.

What You Will Contribute:

• NX/UG CAD/CAM experience 3 years minimum.
• Using a 5 axis Mill turn machine to complete complex parts
• Aerospace experience in materials, feeds and speeds, processing and setup is a requirement
• Making accurate 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, 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.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• A.S/B.S. or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering or 10 years of related field service
• 8-10 years proven 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
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills (word, excel, power point)
• Pragmatic problem-solving skills
• NX/UG, SolidWorks, Esprit, or Master CAM experience or equivalent 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
• 3+ Weeks’ Vacation to Start
• 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 environmental characteristics 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 keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, dis