Applications Engineer

Applications Engineer
** Relocation Bonus available for those who qualify **

Position Overview: 

MetalQuest is seeking a skilled Applications Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate has a passion for precision machining, quality, eye for detail, and a drive for continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art machinery, in a supportive and family-oriented environment, where flexibility is valued.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions to determine manufacturability, tolerances, materials, and special requirements.
• Assist CNC Machinists with onboarding of new parts and projects.
• Assist in evaluating and reworking non-conforming product.
• Conduct quality inspections of machined parts to verify conformance to customer requirements and quality standards.
• Support first article and new-product launches, making sure the process is ready for production.
• Collaborate with team members and engineering staff to troubleshoot issues and implement process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of various machining techniques and tooling.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) symbols is a plus. 
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to provide leadership and work in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
  
  

Why MetalQuest?

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At MetalQuest, we combine cutting-edge equipment with a supportive, family-oriented culture. Our team members take pride in their work, push themselves to improve every day, and hold each other to high standards. If you’re ready to grow your skills with one of the fastest-growing industries, and be part of a team that feels like family, we’d love to meet you. Apply today to join the team!

Starting Rate :   $70,000 - $75,000     (based on experience and skills)

Benefits:

• Heath Benefits (Health/Vision/Dental) + HSA
• Retirement Savings Match 3%
• PTO / Paid Holidays / Sick Pay / Bereavement Pay
• Active Military Duty Leave (as needed)
• Work along side a tight-knit team and supportive leadership at a growing company with state-of-the-art equipment!

Working Environment:

• This position requires the use of protective eye equipment at all times while on the production floor.
• This position operates in a standing position for 75% of the time.
• May need to lift or move objects up to 50 lbs., frequently operates manual machinery and computers, and may need to make adjustments to parts of machinery, including bending, stooping, reaching or crouching.

Apply online at Careers - MetalQuest Unlimited or call for more information at 402-768-3821
See how we work as a team firsthand:   https://youtu.be/Pxm52j-YPcU