Senior Applications Engineer

Overview

Exciting Senior Application Engineer (CAM) Opportunity with Hawk Ridge Systems!

(Must be able to work standard business hours with flexibility for customer engagements)

Be a part of the growth in 3D design and manufacturing solutions by joining the engineering team at Hawk Ridge Systems. In this role, you will support customers in the Subtractive Manufacturing space as a Senior Application Engineer for our CAM team, delivering engineering services that address complex challenges and optimize performance. You will collaborate with sales teams and customers to provide pre-sale and post-sale support, including technical demonstrations, consultative services, and advanced training.

Our culture is driven by core values:
Being People Centric, Driving Excellence, and Staying Stragile by seizing opportunities and adapting quickly. If these values align with yours and you want to work at a fun, empowering, and successful company, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for manufacturing technology, this is your opportunity to make an impact!

What you will be doing in the Senior CAM Application Engineer role

• Collaborate with sales teams to provide technical expertise during pre-sales activities
• Conduct highly technical software demonstrations showcasing CAM capabilities
• Deliver consultative Computer Aided Manufacturing services tailored to customer requirements
• Consult with customers on various software packages for specific applications and requirements
• Respond to complex customer inquiries through interactive Ask An Expert sessions
• Teach a wide range of CAM training courses
• Generate marketing content to support product positioning and customer education
• Participate in peer mentoring sessions and collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation
• Maintain technical expertise and achieve partner certifications in primary supported products
• Approximate 30% travel and onsite customer visits may be required

What you will need for success in this role

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent hands-on machining/programming experience)
• 5+ years of experience in CAM programming, CNC machining, or related technical roles
• Deep technical understanding of CAM software and subtractive manufacturing workflows
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex technical challenges
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for customer-facing engagements
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

More reasons to join the Hawk Ridge Systems team

• Competitive benefits including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Wellness initiatives
• Competitive compensation plan
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Time-off benefits including vacation, paid sick time, holidays, a birthday off, an Impact & Inclusion day off, paid parental leave, and community service days
• Training, onboarding, mentoring, and coaching
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Team-focused culture at a 25+ year-old company with a history of success
• Work/Life balance with flexibility for remote environments

Salary range:
Hawk Ridge Systems has determined that the new hire salary range for this role is between $80,000 and $110K per year, with a small additional performance compensation plan for hitting goals. Base pay is influenced by knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and location. This total compensation package also includes the benefits noted above.

If you are excited to work with industry experts and help drive the company’s success while growing your engineering career, apply for this position today!

Hawk Ridge Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.