Swiss Application Engineer - Charlotte, NC Charlotte, NC

Requisition ID#: 887AJoin a USA Today Top Workplace!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 manufacturers 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.Morris South is a division of Morris Group, Inc. We supply CNC machine tools, tooling, accessories, software, automation, and more to manufacturers of precision machined parts. Our customer base is located in the southeast U.S. We serve manufacturers in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and the Florida panhandle. Our mission is to help manufacturers from all industry sectors achieve and maintain a competitive advantage by improving productivity. We help you make better parts, less expensively.Summary of Responsibility:As a Swiss Applications Engineer, you will use your technical skills to identify and provide dependable solutions for our diverse customer base. Managing turnkey projects, demonstrations, and other customer-related projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. The Swiss Applications Engineer is the first line of support for our customer experience. The person filling this role is responsible for handling multiple high-level technical tasks that surround the use and implementation of CAM software, CNC Machining of complex parts, and working on multi-Axis CNC Machines. The Engineer will also work with pre-sales to assist on quotes for customer applications. Being flexible to work on multiple tasks at one time.What You Will Contribute:Strong hands-on machining background with experience as a Swiss-turn CNC machinist/programmerKnowledge of Fanuc controls; Swiss 5-axis experience a plusSolid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and CAD/CAM softwareAbility to work independently and as a team playerExcellent customer service and effective communication skillsSome overnight travel throughout our regional territory is requiredManaging turnkey projects, demonstrations, and other customer-related projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budgetConducting pre-sale activities and reviews including customer visits, evaluation of opportunities, machine assessment and recommendations, part processing recommendations, and development of turnkey proposalsMaking accurate cost estimates, time studies, writing engineering reports, and interpreting plans and specificationsDeveloping/implementing custom demonstrations and training customers in the safe set up and operation of Swiss CNC machining centers, Swiss style lathes and/or multi-tasking machinesPossessing and maintaining an in-depth knowledge of the machine tool industry and product lines represented by the companyProvide technical support to existing customersDocumentation for engineering systemsOther Functions:Perform related duties as requiredThe duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position.Qualifications & Competencies:A.S/B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or 10 years of related field service8-10 years industry experience as a Swiss CNC Programmer, Manufacturing Engineer, Applications Engineer, etc.8-10 years CAD/CAM ExperienceExperience with CNC machining, part programming, and knowledge of the manufacturing industryCross-functional team collaborationExceptional written and verbal communication skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Pragmatic problem-solving skillsPreferred Qualifications:SolidWorks and Master CAM experience preferred, but any 3D CAD software experience is a plusIntimate knowledge of modern tooling and work holding solutionsExpertise with various Machine Tool brands and commonly used controls (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 salaryMarket competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero-premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company-paid life insurancePaid Time Off, starting with 23 paid days off in your first year10 Company Paid Holidays401(k) retirement plan with company contributionTuition reimbursementEmployee appreciation events and perksEmployee Assistance ProgramMental and physical requirements:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations 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 a 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.Morris Group, Inc., including all operating subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer-M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.Charlotte, NC

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