Job Title: Applications Engineer

Location: Michigan, USA (With up to 50% travel)

Salary: $70,000k - $90,000k DOE 

About the Company:
A leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality CNC tool and cutter grinders, this company has been operating for 50 years, proudly serving a global market with a wide range of innovative products and solutions. Their machines produce components integral to everyday life — from smartphones to automobiles.

A culture of innovation and diverse ideas has fueled their growth to over 1,000 employees worldwide, with facilities in more than 10 countries.

About the Role:
The Technical Support Specialist will provide customers with expert guidance and support to ensure optimal performance of advanced CNC machines and precision engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver technical support and training to customers on CNC machine operation and maintenance.

• Partner with the sales team to understand customer requirements and deliver customized solutions.

• Develop and present technical demonstrations and presentations.

• Stay current with industry trends to offer the latest and most effective solutions.

Required Skills & Knowledge:

• Hands-on experience with CNC machine operation, programming, and maintenance.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Flexibility to travel as needed for customer support.

Benefits:

• 401(k) Plan

• Dental Insurance

• Health Insurance

• Paid Time Off

Job Title: Applications Engineer

Location: KY, USA (with up to 50% travel)

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

About the Company:

A leading global provider of high-precision machine tools, this company delivers advanced manufacturing solutions for customers in aerospace, energy, transportation, and industrial markets. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer success, they specialize in machining systems for complex metallic and composite components.

Position Overview:

The company is seeking a skilled and motivated Applications Engineer to join its team based in Hebron, KY. This role is a key customer-facing position, providing technical expertise in CNC machining applications, process development, and implementation support. The position requires up to 50% travel across North America to support installations, training, and technical demonstrations.

This is an on-site role and can not be remote.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and implement machining processes tailored to customer applications.

• Provide pre- and post-sales technical support, including process development, cycle time studies, and machine tool demonstrations.

• Support machine setup, installation, and optimization at customer sites.

• Work closely with the sales team to deliver customized technical solutions.

• Conduct on-site training and technical guidance for customers and service staff.

• Create technical documentation such as tooling lists, setup sheets, and process plans.

• Represent the company at industry events, open houses, and trade shows.

• Maintain awareness of industry trends and emerging technologies.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in CNC machining, applications engineering, or a related role.

• Proficiency with CNC controls

• Experience with high-precision, multi-axis machining (5-axis preferred).

• Siemens NX experience is highly desirable.

• Strong technical drawing interpretation and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% domestically.

What’s Offered:

• Competitive salary based on experience + benefits package

• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects for globally recognized customers.

• A dynamic and supportive work environment where innovation and expertise are valued.

Click apply or speak to Amelia Dallas for the full details at adallas@kensingtonadditive.com

Job Title: Sales Manager
Location: California, USA
Salary: $140k - $160k

The Sales Manager will be responsible for identifying new sales opportunities aligned with strategic objectives and developing strong, sustainable customer relationships to drive revenue growth. This high-impact position is designed for a motivated sales professional capable of building commercial relationships from the ground up and delivering substantial revenue streams for a rapidly scaling organization.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to influence strategy development, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, and advance within a growing enterprise committed to innovation, sustainability, and industry leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and drive revenue generation from initial outreach through long-term account growth.

• Identify, evaluate, and capitalize on market opportunities through creative deal structuring and negotiation.

• Establish and nurture impactful channel partnerships to expand market reach.

• Negotiate deal structures focused on qualification and growth.

• Promote high-performance material solutions tailored to client needs across diverse industries.

Required and Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Proven ability to establish and grow new partnerships, including securing early-stage commitments for product demonstration, qualification, and approval.

• Technical expertise related to the production, design, or application of metal powders in 3D printing and additive manufacturing, including MIM (metal injection molding), LPBF (laser powder bed fusion), DED (direct energy deposition), spray cladding, and related processes.

• Familiarity with material applications and qualification processes within aerospace, defense, space, medical, and oil & gas sectors.

• Existing account relationships within target sectors are preferred but not mandatory.

• Experience working with materials and purchasing teams at leading organizations in additive technologies is highly desirable (e.g., SpaceX, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, Blue Origin, Stryker, etc.).

• Hands-on experience with CRM tools such as Salesforce.com is a plus.

Desired Candidate Qualities:

• Self-starter with strong intrinsic motivation.

• Creative problem-solver with a proactive mindset.

• Collaborative team player who thrives in a cross-functional environment.

• Resilient under pressure with a proven ability to meet and exceed deadlines.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Travel Requirements:
Regular domestic travel to customer sites, trade shows, events, and company locations is required.

Additional Information:
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the U.S. to be considered for this role.
Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and participation in a 401(k) retirement savings plan.
The company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and evaluates applicants without regard to race, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status

Title: Field Service Engineer

Location: Michigan, USA

Salary: $80k - $100k

This company is currently seeking a Field Service Technician to join their Michigan-based team. This role focuses on providing professional service and technical support for machine tool installations, troubleshooting, and addressing product performance issues. The Field Service Technician will work on maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing equipment to ensure quality and reliability, with a focus on meeting fine tolerances.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair CNC equipment while ensuring fine tolerances are met.

• Prepare detailed service reports outlining work performed.

• Rebuild and recondition CNC machines.

• Develop and maintain positive customer relationships, showcasing the company’s strengths in service and support.

• Provide input and suggestions to improve products and meet customer needs.

Required Skills & Knowledge:

• Proven mechanical engineering skills and capabilities.

• Strong electrical skills and expertise.

• Experience with CNC programming (preferred but not essential).

• Familiarity with automation systems, including Fanuc and Nachi robotic systems (preferred but not essential).

• Experience operating CNC machine tools in a production environment, ideally within tool and cutter grinding machines.

• Strong fault-finding skills and the ability to investigate technical issues.

• Willingness to travel frequently, including overnight stays.

Benefits:

• 401K

• Dental Insurance

• Health Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Remote Work Opportunities

Position Title: Senior Applications Engineer 
Location: Wisconsin, USA
Salary: $125k

The Senior Applications Engineer is responsible for analyzing customer requirements and generating precise cost estimates for powder metallurgy (PM) components manufactured using press-and-sinter technology. This role demands a thorough understanding of material selection, tooling, process capabilities, secondary operations, and overall production costs to provide competitive and profitable quotes. The Senior Applications Engineer works closely with the sales, production, quality, and engineering teams to develop comprehensive project cost assessments.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Cost Estimation & Quoting:

• Analyze RFQs (Requests for Quotes) from customers, reviewing drawings, specifications, and tolerances.
• Calculate raw material costs, considering powder selection, required additives, and material utilization.
• Determine pressing and sintering cycle times, including compaction tonnage, press selection, and part complexity.
• Estimate costs for secondary operations such as machining, deburring, heat treatment, plating, or other finishing processes.
• Evaluate tooling costs, including die sets, punches, and core rods.
• Factor in scrap rates, production yields, and process efficiency to develop an accurate total cost.
• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns and formal quotations, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.

Process & Manufacturing Feasibility Analysis:

• Work with engineering and production teams to determine manufacturability and process optimization opportunities.
• Identify potential challenges in pressing, sintering, and secondary processes, offering cost-effective solutions.
• Recommend design modifications to improve manufacturability and reduce costs.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Communication:

• Interface with sales and customer service teams to understand customer needs and project scope.
• Coordinate with production teams to validate capacity, lead times, and tooling availability.
• Communicate with suppliers to gather cost information on raw materials, outsourcing, and secondary services.
• Lead APQP team through Gate 1 and participate in APQP through Gate 5.

Data Management & Continuous Improvement:

• Maintain an organized database of quotes, materials, and process cost models for future reference.
• Analyze historical data to refine cost estimation methods and improve quoting accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to optimize processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency.
• Support and promote continuous improvement goals in alignment with quality management and environmental management systems.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience:
Education, Certifications, and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field, or equivalent work experience (Required).

• 5 years of related experience in Powdered Metals Applications (Required).

Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Required).

• Ability to read blueprints/schematics (Required).

• Knowledge of CAD solid model software (Required).

• Knowledge of GD&T (Required).

Travel Requirements:

• Domestic Travel: 0% - 25%.

• International Travel: 0% - 25%.

Key Attributes:

• Data-driven mindset for identifying and prioritizing opportunities and issues.

• Energetic, self-driven professional with a high degree of customer focus.

• Excellent communication skills, both internally and externally.

• Strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capacity.

• Good team player with the ability to operate in a cross-functional organization.

• Proven ability to manage deadlines, prioritize, and multitask.

• Comfortable interacting with all organizational levels.

• High degree of integrity and confidentiality.

• Ability to develop accurate, data-driven forecasts to support business planning.

• Proactive in analyzing opportunities and risks.

Job Title: Principal Design Engineer

Location: Tampa, FL

Salary: $140k

A company specializing in highly engineered, complex, and severe environment products is hiring an experienced Principal Design Engineer to design specialized fluid control components using CAD tools, collaborating with teams to develop detailed drawings, models, BOMs, and design analyses. This role requires interaction with various departments, suppliers, and hands-on work in the test laboratory for design validation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop technical specifications for fluid control devices.
• Design and evaluate new and existing products for performance and manufacturability improvements.
• Conduct engineering calculations, stress analysis, and CFD as needed.
• Provide technical guidance and check outputs from designers.
• Investigate and resolve production design issues.
• Generate test and assembly procedures, reports, and training materials.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure product quality and timely realization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 12+ years of experience in mechanical design (preferably valves or fluid control).
• Proficiency in engineering software (MathCAD, SolidWorks, FEA, CFD).
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of industry standards (ASME B16.5, B16.34, Y14.5).
• US Citizenship required.

If you're an innovative engineer looking for a hands-on role in fluid control design, apply now!