Applications Engineer

Phillips Corporation is looking for an Applications Engineer to join our amazing Hybrid team.  Our Hybrid team specializes in being the world leader in Additive and Subtractive manufacturing.  This role will be the beginning of a lifelong pursuit of technical excellence, innovation, and customer impact at the highest level.  Through technical mastery, customer partnership and relentless innovation, you can directly contribute making Phillips the worlds best supplier of manufacturing technology.

How you will contribute mightily to the Phillips Mission:

• You will partner with customers to solve complex manufacturing challenges using Hybrid solutions.
• Develop innovative additive and subtractive strategies on Haas Hybrid platforms to maximize precision and efficiency.
• Create, simulate, and validate advanced CNC and DED toolpaths for seamless integration from design to production.
• Deliver hands-on training to customers and internal teams to ensure successful adoption and productivity.
• Conduct on-site and remote demonstrations, proofs-of-concept, and test cuts to showcase the full capabilities of Haas Hybrid solutions.
• Continuously explore, test, and refine cutting-edge additive and subtractive processes, tooling, and materials.
• Help develop repeatable, scalable process templates for common applications to accelerate customer success.
• Evaluate the impact of various build variables (e.g., laser power, wire feed speed, travel rate, interpass temperature) on metallurgical properties, bonding strength, porosity, and dimensional accuracy.
• Translate findings into practical application guides and training materials.
• Work cross-functionally with Sales, Service, Engineering, and Marketing to support customer acquisition, onboarding, and retention.
• Create detailed application reports, case studies, and technical content to support sales efforts and knowledge sharing.

What you'll bring to the role:  

• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g. Hypermill, Mastercam, Solidworks, or Siemens NX).
• Proficiency running CNC machines 3,4 and 5 axis. (Haas controls would be preferred)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of machine tool operations and strategies.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer-facing skills.
• A willingness to be challenged while learning new technologies and giving legendary customer service.

Computer Skills:                               

• Video Conferencing Platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Webex)
• Microsoft office suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• CRM or Service Management Tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, or a custom Phillips CRM)
• Cloud Storage & File Sharing (e.g., OneDrive, SharePoint, Google Drive)
• Basic Programming or Scripting Knowledge (e.g., Python, VBA)

This Role requires 60-80% travel via road and air nationally with potential international travel. Travel is mostly Monday through Friday.  All costs are covered while travelling for business.

Due to the requirements of our customers and the nature of this position, candidates must be a United States citizen.

The expected pay range for a qualified person in this role is between $90,000.00 and $110,000.00 per year. If you have a different suggestion, please mention it in your application.

Phillips Corporation is a global supplier of manufacturing technology products and services primarily focused on machine tools (metalworking). We have been in business over 60 years and have grown from 2 people to over 800 globally - come grow with us!

Phillips Corporation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Phillips Corporation is an E-verify participant.