Application Engineer-Bearings

Technical Knowledge

Technical knowledge of super precision rolling element bearing application in high speed rotating equipment is required. Specific experience in machine tool service or machining / grinding is highly desired.

General Position Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct all functions of service facility
• Supervise and mentor Repair Technicians as direct reports
• Coordinate with Midwest Service Center to balance workload and direct repairs to the facility that can perform the repair most efficiently
• Support Sales with guidance and technical expertise to answer questions and provide cost and schedule estimates
• Provide guidance on spindle cause of failure and potential improvements
• Review and finalize spindle evaluation reports - Determine repair costs of both purchased components and repair labor to formulate quotes
• Schedule and assign spindle repairs to Repair Technicians in keeping with their experience and proficiency
• Review and evaluate Final Repair Reports and spindle repairs to ensure that all was completed to standards and spindle will perform for the customer

Qualifications

• Strong ethical / moral character and internally motivated
• A mechanical or electromechanical background of experience capable of performing engineering / calculations of rotating equipment machine elements
• Experience in bearing and mechanical component failure analysis
• Proficiency in super precision rolling element bearing engineering and application
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be well organized and committed to excellence
• A team player who is committed to customer service and adding value

Salary & Benefits

• Base Salary
• Expense Reimbursement
• Auto Allowance
• Health Insurance
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation & Holidays

Why Is This a Great Opportunity?

This is a highly visible position that could quickly lead to a General Management position of the entire company. Established and Growing machine tool spindle repair company. Specific experience in machine tool service or machining/grinding is highly desired.