CNC Application Engineer (Remote)-- Industrial Machinery (36211)

A manufacturer of industrial cutting machinery is on the search for an CNC Application Engineer (Remote) to join their team in the Elk Grove Village, IL area. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and is familiar with the use and function of CNC machinery, and knowledge of the metal-cutting industry. This is a full-time, direct-hire position with an excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as 401(k) matching.

CNC Application Engineer (Remote) Responsibilities:

• Identify new business development opportunities and establish relationships with potential customers within assigned sales territory
• Act as point of contact for customers and clients regarding product issues, quality assurance, technical support, and any other questions
• Collaborate with sales and engineering teams about planning and design, customer requests, market analysis, and expected demand
• Preparation and delivery of product proposals
• Create price quotations and negotiate price/costs with customers
• Secure product orders and follow up on tracking and delivery
• Achieve sales goals and revenue targets with minimal supervision
• Create sales and activity reports for upper management
• Other duties as assigned

CNC Application Engineer (Remote) Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other technical field preferred, or comparable mix of education and work experience
• Minimum 5 years of sales and account management experience, in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Familiarity with industrial cutting machinery is strongly preferred
• Excellent ability to communicate and collaborate in a multicultural environment
• Japanese language skills preferred but not required
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Solid computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk, and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.