Posted 04 August, 2026
Senior Applications Engineer
OKUMA AMERICA CORPORATION
Charlotte, NC, US
Full Time
Job Description
Senior Applications Engineer\n
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\nAt Okuma America Corporation, we are committed to helping manufacturers achieve exceptional productivity through innovative CNC technologies, application expertise, and long-term customer partnerships. As a Senior Applications Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader supporting sales initiatives, distributor development, customer success, and advanced manufacturing projects.\n
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\nThis role is focused on 4-axis and 5-axis milling technologies, Laser EX integrations, and other high-performance machining solutions. The Senior Applications Engineer partners closely with customers, distributors, and internal teams to develop machining processes, conduct demonstrations, provide advanced technical support, and ensure successful implementation of Okuma solutions across a variety of industries.\n
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\nHow You'll Make an Impact\n
\nProvide advanced application engineering support for Okuma's milling, 5-axis, and laser-integrated machining solutions.\n
\nPartner with sales teams, distributors, and customers to develop and implement innovative manufacturing processes.\n
\nLead demonstrations, training programs, and technical evaluations that drive customer success and business growth.\n
\nSupport turnkey projects, machine validations, and process improvement initiatives from concept through production.\n
\nServe as a trusted technical advisor, delivering expertise, documentation, and recommendations that strengthen customer relationships and maximize machine performance.\n
\nQualifications & Experience\n
\nRequired Education & Experience\n
\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent.\n
\nTrade school certification, apprenticeship, or equivalent machining/manufacturing experience.\n
\nSignificant manufacturing and machining experience with CNC machine tools.\n
\nExperience supporting customers, distributors, or production teams in a technical environment.\n
\nAbility to travel extensively to support customer visits, distributor activities, machine demonstrations, training programs, trade shows, and project-related initiatives.\n
\nTechnical Expertise\n
\nAdvanced knowledge of CNC machine tools and controls, preferably Okuma controls.\n
\nExperience with 4-axis and 5-axis machining technologies.\n
\nKnowledge of machining processes, tooling, fixturing, workholding, and manufacturing best practices.\n
\nKnowledge of current cutting tool technologies and machining strategies.\n
\nFamiliarity with manual and hydraulic workholding systems.\n
\nExperience working with CAD/CAM and manufacturing software platforms.\n
\nUnderstanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC).\n
\nProficiency with mathematics, technical analysis, written communication, and report preparation.\n
\nAbility to prepare technical reports, presentations, and customer-facing documentation.\n
\nFamiliarity with software and tools such as VeriCut, CAD/CAM systems, AOT, CAS, 3DVM, and modeling software.\n
\nPreferred Qualifications & Skills\n
\nAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field.\n
\nMachine tool industry experience.\n
\nExperience with laser-integrated machining technologies and/or robotic automation systems.\n
\nExpertise supporting complex customer applications, turnkey projects, and advanced manufacturing processes.\n
\nExperience serving industries such as aerospace, energy, medical, construction, or fluid power.\n
\nStrong presentation, training, project management, and problem-solving skills.\n
\nThe Okuma Difference\n
\n
\nFor more than a century, Okuma has been a global leader in CNC machine tool technology. We continuously invest in innovation, employee development, and customer success, creating an environment where technical experts can make a measurable impact on the future of manufacturing.\n
\n
\nAt Okuma, you'll have the opportunity to:\n
\n
\nWork with industry-leading CNC and automation technologies.\n
\nSupport some of the most advanced manufacturing applications in the world.\n
\nCollaborate with highly skilled engineers, technicians, and industry experts.\n
\nParticipate in continuous learning and professional development.\n
\nBuild meaningful relationships with customers and distributors across North America.\n
\nContribute to a culture built on teamwork, excellence, innovation, and accountability.\n
\nSupporting Your Success\n
\n
\nAt Okuma, we invest in our employees' success through a comprehensive rewards package that includes competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, a pension plan, 401(k), medical, dental and vision coverage, company-paid disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), wellness programs, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling opportunities where applicable.
\n
\nAt Okuma America Corporation, we are committed to helping manufacturers achieve exceptional productivity through innovative CNC technologies, application expertise, and long-term customer partnerships. As a Senior Applications Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader supporting sales initiatives, distributor development, customer success, and advanced manufacturing projects.\n
\n
\nThis role is focused on 4-axis and 5-axis milling technologies, Laser EX integrations, and other high-performance machining solutions. The Senior Applications Engineer partners closely with customers, distributors, and internal teams to develop machining processes, conduct demonstrations, provide advanced technical support, and ensure successful implementation of Okuma solutions across a variety of industries.\n
\n
\nHow You'll Make an Impact\n
\nProvide advanced application engineering support for Okuma's milling, 5-axis, and laser-integrated machining solutions.\n
\nPartner with sales teams, distributors, and customers to develop and implement innovative manufacturing processes.\n
\nLead demonstrations, training programs, and technical evaluations that drive customer success and business growth.\n
\nSupport turnkey projects, machine validations, and process improvement initiatives from concept through production.\n
\nServe as a trusted technical advisor, delivering expertise, documentation, and recommendations that strengthen customer relationships and maximize machine performance.\n
\nQualifications & Experience\n
\nRequired Education & Experience\n
\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent.\n
\nTrade school certification, apprenticeship, or equivalent machining/manufacturing experience.\n
\nSignificant manufacturing and machining experience with CNC machine tools.\n
\nExperience supporting customers, distributors, or production teams in a technical environment.\n
\nAbility to travel extensively to support customer visits, distributor activities, machine demonstrations, training programs, trade shows, and project-related initiatives.\n
\nTechnical Expertise\n
\nAdvanced knowledge of CNC machine tools and controls, preferably Okuma controls.\n
\nExperience with 4-axis and 5-axis machining technologies.\n
\nKnowledge of machining processes, tooling, fixturing, workholding, and manufacturing best practices.\n
\nKnowledge of current cutting tool technologies and machining strategies.\n
\nFamiliarity with manual and hydraulic workholding systems.\n
\nExperience working with CAD/CAM and manufacturing software platforms.\n
\nUnderstanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC).\n
\nProficiency with mathematics, technical analysis, written communication, and report preparation.\n
\nAbility to prepare technical reports, presentations, and customer-facing documentation.\n
\nFamiliarity with software and tools such as VeriCut, CAD/CAM systems, AOT, CAS, 3DVM, and modeling software.\n
\nPreferred Qualifications & Skills\n
\nAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field.\n
\nMachine tool industry experience.\n
\nExperience with laser-integrated machining technologies and/or robotic automation systems.\n
\nExpertise supporting complex customer applications, turnkey projects, and advanced manufacturing processes.\n
\nExperience serving industries such as aerospace, energy, medical, construction, or fluid power.\n
\nStrong presentation, training, project management, and problem-solving skills.\n
\nThe Okuma Difference\n
\n
\nFor more than a century, Okuma has been a global leader in CNC machine tool technology. We continuously invest in innovation, employee development, and customer success, creating an environment where technical experts can make a measurable impact on the future of manufacturing.\n
\n
\nAt Okuma, you'll have the opportunity to:\n
\n
\nWork with industry-leading CNC and automation technologies.\n
\nSupport some of the most advanced manufacturing applications in the world.\n
\nCollaborate with highly skilled engineers, technicians, and industry experts.\n
\nParticipate in continuous learning and professional development.\n
\nBuild meaningful relationships with customers and distributors across North America.\n
\nContribute to a culture built on teamwork, excellence, innovation, and accountability.\n
\nSupporting Your Success\n
\n
\nAt Okuma, we invest in our employees' success through a comprehensive rewards package that includes competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, a pension plan, 401(k), medical, dental and vision coverage, company-paid disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), wellness programs, gym membership reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling opportunities where applicable.
