Tool Application Specialist - Experienced
Job Type
Full-time
Description

 

Main Function and Responsible Area / Goal of the task: 

Provide technology driven solutions to demanding customer applications. 

Coordinate and divulge all technical input, updates, aspects and solutions with Mikron, Division Tool technical headquarters in Europe
 

To achieve targets / strategic objectives

  • Understand customer requirements of application, including machining technology, machine limitations, materials etc.
  • Cultivate high level of awareness and technical   knowledge of Mikron Tool and NS Tool products
  • Study and understand new tools as they are developed and released to standard line
  • Works closely with internal tool team (Technical   Engineering Team, Production engineering Team, Regional Sales Managers,   Quality, SCM, Sales assistants and Technology center in CH, Manufacturing)
  • Visits to customers with RSM to assist with tool   testing, troubleshooting and presentations on tooling solutions in accordance   with department planning
  • Sporadic visits to Mikron Tool facilities in Europe
  • General office support when required and upon request for technical activity

Main tasks / Responsibilities

  • Provide application solutions to RSM and clients
  • Visit Customers for strategic applications in accordance with department planning
  • Produce Special tool quotations for requests, as well as for standard items and NS Tools withing the target RFQ to Quotation due date
  • Advice customers on new products and existing   product functions / capabilities
  • Provide overall technical Advice to all Customers, Reps and Distributors by phone, email or other support
  • Interface with Mikron Tool in Agno for technical questions and problem solving
  • Use and file proper paperwork associated with   quotations / parameter requests / technical assistance / tool recommendations   and applications history
  • Support quotation process for all Mikron Tool locations
  • Contribute in developing and sharing team knowledge
Requirements

Skills/Professional Know-How

  • Experience in cutting tool technology
  • Expert knowledge in Metallurgy, metal alloys and carbide as well as Machining processes in drilling, milling and tapping
  • Able to read technical drawings and to sketch ideas and concepts
  • College education, emphasis on mechanical engineering
  • Systematic and analytical thinking
  • Knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
  • Knowledge with SAP. CRM or similar systems
  • Excellent communication skills to present company,   products and technology
  • Preferred multilanguage of interest (IT, DE, FR, SP)
  • Technical writing skills

     

Social Competencies

  •  Work in team setting and independently
  • Trustworthy person, persevering
  • Target oriented, decisive 
  • Focused, detail – oriented – on time
  • Adaptable to changing working conditions 
  • Self-motivated
  • Organized in keeping documentations, applications   databases and technical library databases
  • Good work ethics
  • Personable and good phone etiquette

 

What we offer:

  • PTO
  • 12 paid holidays 
  • Pet Insurance
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & ADD
  • FSA, HSA
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401k with matching up to 5%, immediately vested
  • Tuition and Continuing Education Reimbursement
  • Professional Growth Opportunities

*This job will close on 08/17/2026 all applications will be accepted through 08/17/2026*  

Salary Description
$85,000 - $105,000