Application Engineer, CNC & Sheet

Overview

Support Sales and Engineering teams by analyzing CAD models and technical drawings, assessing manufacturability, calculating costs, and providing DFM feedback to deliver accurate and timely quotes.

What you'll do

• Analyze drawings and CAD models (in English)
• Calculate manufacturing costs (materials, machining hours, post-processing)
• Provide recommendations on manufacturing processes where needed
• Document and transfer calculations to the Sales/Commercial team
• Review 3D models and 2D drawings for quoting and manufacturability feedback
• Organize RFQs and clarify details with Sales and Engineering teams
• Maintain quote databases and ensure timely updates
• Deliver high-quality and accurate quotes ideally within 1–2 working hours
• Support process automation initiatives and workflow optimization

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Process Engineering, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in metalworking / mechanical engineering
• Expert knowledge of machining and fabrication processes: turning, milling, CNC machining, EDM, laser/waterjet/plasma cutting, sheet metal processing, welding
• Understanding of post-processing methods: polishing, hardening, heat treatment, anodizing, sand/shot blasting, coatings, painting
• Knowledge of different materials (metals, plastics, composites) and their processing properties
• English level B2+
• Customer-oriented mindset and ability to clearly explain technical details
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under time pressure
• IT-enthusiast, ready to adopt modern tools and software (CAD/CAM, CRM, cloud systems)
• Technical drawing interpretation – proficiency 5/5
• Tooling & fixture design for machining, assembly, and welding – proficiency 3/5
• Manufacturing processes expertise: laser/waterjet cutting, turning, milling, grinding, EDM, sheet metal fabrication – proficiency 5/5
• Coatings and heat treatment – proficiency 3/5
• Labor intensity and manufacturability assessment – proficiency 5/5
• CAM programming for CNC (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, CypCut) – proficiency 3/5, with readiness for further training

Details

• Location: Bangalore, India
• Work mode: hybrid, 3 days/week in office
• First 3 months on hybrid shift, then shifting to day shift