Applications Engineer - CNC Machining

Dynomax • Wheeling, IL

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About The Position

Dynomax, Inc., a family-owned company that designs and manufactures high-precision machined components, injection molding and tooling, sub-assemblies, automated work cells, specialty machines, and machine tool spindles, is seeking a skilled Applications Engineer. The role is responsible for troubleshooting, calibrating, diagnosing, and servicing CNC machines, their component parts, and controllers. The engineer tests machinery before it returns to production, troubleshoots errors, and makes corrections.

Requirements

• Strong technical skills and excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency with CNC machine calibration equipment, including ball bar test equipment, diagnostic oscilloscopes, encoder testing equipment, and precision mechanical measuring tools.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in electronic machine control systems for industrial machinery.
• Ability to read electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of CNC controls and servo systems.
• Ability to use dial indicators or other precision mechanical measuring tools to check machine operation and monitor operations.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical schematics and work instructions to determine the service required for machinery.
• Test electrical and electronic systems in equipment with devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes to ensure system compatibility and safety.
• Inspect electronic control systems on equipment or components to identify hazards, defects, or needs for adjustment or repair.
• Provide electrical and electronic support for equipment failure issues.
• Perform annual electrical maintenance tasks, including machine axis calibrations, kinematic calibrations, geometry alignment, and motor tuning.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning systems or components using test equipment and hand tools to locate and correct breakdown causes.
• Analyze CNC diagnostic data to improve equipment functionality.
• Test machinery before returning it to production and troubleshoot errors and make corrections.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a company match.
• Paid holidays, vacation days, and PTO days.
• Optional FSA and identity theft protection.
• Optional short-term disability, accident, critical illness, and supplemental life insurance.
• Discretionary annual bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed