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Job Title: Senior Applications Engineer

Department: 2320 – Applications Engineers

Location: Any Methods Office

ABOUT METHODS

Methods Machine Tools, Inc. supplies high-quality, high-precision machine tools and automation solutions, and designs integrated custom machining processes and systems. Headquartered in Sudbury, Mass., and in operation since 1958, Methods provides an end-to-end portfolio of best-in-class products, engineering, service, parts, training, and integration.

Methods has more than 340 employees, seven technology centers, one high precision machining center, and has installed in excess of 45,000 machines throughout North America.

We currently have the following career opportunity available reporting in any of regional office locations.


POSITION OVERVIEW

Methods Machine Tools has an immediate need for an experienced Senior Applications Engineer to be based at any of regional locations. This person will lead in the design and development of engineered solutions to achieve customer’s goals and expectations using state of the art B-Axis and 5-Axis CNC machining equipment, automation, and secondary operations. 

Benefits:

  • A long history of stability and growth
  • Excellent compensation
  • Medical / 401(k) / Vacation / Sick / Holiday Pay/Tuition Assistance

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed time studies and turnkey proposals. 
  • Integration of Engineered Solutions and Services to customer specification. 
  • Manage the research and design of custom process, fixtures, and tooling. 
  • Programming of machines using CAM Systems 
  • Keep abreast of technology that will provide world class solutions to our customers. 
  • Maintain industry standard risk assessment and safety protocols.  
  • Travel to customer sites for training in engineered solutions and machine training. 

preferred Qualifications

  • General CNC machining knowledge
  • Knowledge in math, geometry, and trigonometry
  • Knowledge of Geometric Dimension & Tolerance and Quality practices
  • CAD / CAM machine tool industry specific knowledge
  • Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally. 
  • Ability to lead effectively and with minimal supervision. 
  • Valid driver’s license and passport 

education

  • 10 years’ experience in programming, setup, and operation of CNC Machine Tools 
  • CNC and CAD/ Cam Technical Training  
  • College degree is a plus 

Methods Machine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.