Product Application Engineer

Platinum Tooling Technologies, Inc.
Prospect Heights, IL, United States
14 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$70,000.0 - $90,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Job source

Tech stack

Computer-Aided Design Microsoft Windows

Job description

The Product Application Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Prospect Heights, IL. This position is responsible for providing technical support to customers and sales partners, including selection and application of live tools, angle heads, and related products for metalworking operations used on CNC lathes and mills

Day-to-day tasks include reviewing customer requirements, evaluating machine tool setups, preparing technical proposals, and supporting installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of tooling solutions. The role collaborates closely with sales, engineering, and manufacturing partners to develop application recommendations.

This position requires limited travel to vendors, customers, and trade shows.

Requirements

  • Strong technical support and troubleshooting skills for tooling and machine tool applications, with the ability to diagnose issues and recommend solutions.
  • Experience collaborating with sales and engineering teams, supporting and communicating technical information in a clear, customer-focused manner.
  • Relevant experience in metalworking, machining, or manufacturing environments; familiarity with live tools and angle heads is highly beneficial.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities on-site.
  • Proficiency with CAD software and Microsoft 365
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical experience in a related field, * Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

  • manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

  • English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Prospect Heights, IL 60070 (Required)

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) 3% Match
  • Dental insurance, * 401(k) 3% Match
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

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