Senior Application Engineer, Sheet Metal

Responsibilities

• Analyze engineering models/drawings to define the sequence of fabrication operations to ensure that the design intent and component quality can be achieved
• Make proper estimations, taking into consideration such factors as materials, tooling, manufacturing times, inspection times and types of equipment required
• Work closely with Machinists, Quality, Engineering, Management and other team members to successfully satisfy the end customer
• Experience with sourcing material and finishes
• Sheet metal estimating experience on prototype, low volume, and high volume quantities

Requirements

• At least 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• CAD proficiency
• Knowledge of sheet metal design and fabrication methods
• Experience communicating sheet metal design for manufacturability feedback, costing, and sound technical communication aptitude

Qualifications

• Mutitude of sheet metal fabrication technologies
• Experience with programming and set up of water jet, laser, punch press, brake and simple custom tooling knowledge
• Knowledge of welding and cost estimations on welding
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T)
• Protocols, standards, technologies, and machining applications
• Reviewing customer RFQs to determine material requirements, processing and job routing
• Communicating with customers to accurately define requirements and expectations
• Working with outside vendors/services to achieve best possible prices
• Consolidating all outside costs and internal costs associated with process time in engineering, fabrication, post fabrication assembly, finishing and QCC
• Creating detailed quote packages for final review
• Managing quote logs daily and KPI tracking

Skills

• Interrogate engineering solid models, drawings and is familiar with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T)
• Manipulate / modify solid models
• Provide technical support to machinists and process engineers during Sheet Metal fabrication operations
• Demonstrate excellent organizational discipline
• Communicate effectively, both verbally, and in writing
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications
• Effectively review and analyze DFM problems
• Operate effectively in a team environment

Pay

The estimated base salary range for new hires into this role is $86,000 - $111,000 annually + commission depending on factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, and location.