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Application Engineer

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Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third , family owned and operated business that serves manufactures of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufactures maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity.

Summary of Responsibility:

Within these companies, our Applications Engineers are bringing expertise in the newest technology in machines, cutting tools, programming software. We need your validated experience to bring innovative ideas to our customers. Morris is looking for the brightest machinists and programmers to offer the best training, problem solving, customer support and solutions that are unmatched by our competitors.

What You Will Contribute:

Conducting pre-sale activities and reviews including customer visits, evaluation of opportunities, machine assessment and recommendations, part processing recommendations and development of turnkey proposals

Making accurate cost estimates, writing engineering reports, and interpreting plans and specifications

Programming and setting up CNC lathes, CNC vertical or horizontal mills, and Swiss style lathes

Developing/ implementing custom demonstrations and training customers in the safe set up and operation of CNC machining centers, lathes, grinders, Swiss style lathes and/ or multi-tasking machines

Maintaining an in-depth technical knowledge of product lines represented by the company

Other Functions:

Perform related duties as required

The duties listed above are intended only as 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:

Strong hands-on machining background with at least 2 years of experience with CNC machines

Experience on Fanuc and Okuma controls is a plus

Proven solid understanding of CAD/CAM software is vital

MasterCam, Esprit and Solidworks experience is a plus

Excellent customer service and effective interpersonal skills required

Frequent travel throughout our regional territory

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 salary

Monthly car allowance and fuel

Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance

Paid Time Off, starting with 23 paid days off in your first year.

10 Company Paid Holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Employee appreciation events and perks

Employee Assistance Program

Mental and Physical Requirements:

The physical demands and work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation 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 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.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Req: 1202B