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Applications Engineer

Mazak Optonics Corporation
Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/10/2027

JOB TITLE - Laser Applications Technician/Engineer

Duties and Responsibilities

The Laser Applications Engineer in the Applications department is a machine expert who is responsible for operational customer support as well as technical support to our sales staff. Customer support duties include teaching operator training classes both at Mazak and the customer’s facility, customer phone support, and on-site applications process development. Sales support duties include conducting machine demonstrations for customer visits and trade shows; processing machine samples for potential new customers; and developing cutting technology for new machine models.

Skills/Knowledge

The Laser Applications Technician/Engineer requires the following knowledge and skills:

  • Good communication skills, both verbal and written as well as the ability to conduct presentations to small to mid-size groups.
  • General understanding of mechanical blueprints, CAD/CAM programming, and preferably two years of CNC machine operation.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PP)
  • Ability to work independently and unsupervised both at Mazak and remote customer locations.
  • Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication

Conditions

The Laser Applications Technician/Engineer is a full time position requiring occasional overtime. If you are based in the Chicago area, it requires the ability to travel 75% throughout North America. 100% of travel and residency no more than an hour from a major airport (45 minutes or less preferred) are required for those who are not located in the Chicago area. This position reports to two Applications
Managers.

Education/Experience

A two-year technical degree in Lasers, Electronics, Robotics, Manufacturing or similar is required. A four-year degree in an engineering or science program is preferred. A minimum of 3 years of experience working with CNC controlled manufacturing equipment is required, preferably lasers.

Work Remotely

  • No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Language:

  • English (Required)
  • Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)
  • Passport (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Elgin, IL (Required)

Willingness to travel:

  • 75% (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $28 - $32

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