Applications Engineer-CMM in New York at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Applications Engineer-CMM based in the United States.

The Applications Engineer will provide technical expertise to customers using coordinate measuring machine (CMM) and gauging technologies.
You will translate complex measurement and inspection requirements into practical, high-quality metrology solutions.
The role combines application development, programming, troubleshooting, technical sales support, and customer training.
You will develop inspection strategies and measurement programs for complex components while helping customers overcome technical challenges.
The position involves close collaboration with customers, sales teams, and technical stakeholders throughout the solution lifecycle.
With significant travel across the Midwest and occasional domestic travel, the role offers exposure to diverse manufacturing and quality environments.
This is an opportunity to apply engineering and metrology expertise to improve precision, productivity, and manufacturing quality.

• Analyze customer measurement, inspection, and quality requirements and translate them into effective CMM-based solutions.
• Develop inspection strategies for complex components and create, optimize, and validate measurement programs using MODUS, DMIS, or other relevant metrology tools.
• Conduct proof-of-concept studies and feasibility investigations to determine appropriate technical approaches.
• Troubleshoot customer measurement challenges, including programming, probing, fixturing, and measurement correlation issues.
• Support customers during equipment startup, implementation, and production ramp-up activities.
• Provide technical support to regional and district sales teams throughout the customer engagement and sales process.
• Assist with technical presentations, product demonstrations, and customer application evaluations.
• Help define project scope, implementation requirements, and technical information needed for quotations.
• Train customer personnel on CMM operation, MODUS programming, measurement strategies, and metrology best practices.
• Write and maintain metrology programs and support the identification and resolution of technical system issues.
• Travel extensively within the designated Midwestern U.S. region, with occasional domestic travel as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong understanding of engineering and mechanical principles, with the ability to apply them to real-world manufacturing and measurement challenges.
• Experience in manufacturing, quality control, metrology, or CMM operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Understanding of DMIS or other metrology programming languages is desirable.
• Experience with CAD/CAM in a manufacturing or quality-control environment is preferred.
• Programming experience with languages such as VB, Java, or C++ is an advantage.
• Previous exposure to machining or manufacturing environments, including internships, is beneficial.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities, particularly when working with complex technical systems.
• Strong mathematical skills, including knowledge of trigonometry.
• Good IT aptitude and ability to work with technical software and applications.
• Ability to develop and write metrology programs effectively.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Good manual dexterity and the physical ability to install or work with equipment in a normal production environment.
• Must meet applicable eligibility requirements for access to ITAR-controlled data in accordance with U.S. export control regulations.
• Willingness and ability to travel significantly within the Midwest and occasionally elsewhere in the United States.

• Annual compensation of approximately $70,000–$85,000, depending on experience, position level, and geographic location.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Vacation and personal time off.
• Paid company holidays.
• Employee assistance program.
• Full-time, regular employment.
• Opportunity to work with advanced CMM, metrology, and precision measurement technologies.
• Exposure to diverse manufacturing, quality, and engineering environments through regional customer engagement.