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Prototek Digital Manufacturing · 3 hours ago

Manufacturing Applications Engineer

Contoocook, NH

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Prototek is a leading national provider of digital manufacturing services supporting both prototyping and production. The Manufacturing Applications Engineer supports customer growth by providing technical expertise across proposal development, estimating, and manufacturing execution, while collaborating closely with various teams to develop manufacturable solutions for customer requirements.

Consumer Goods

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Apply working knowledge of common manufacturing methods and materials to support manufacturable solutions

Interpret and extract information from CAD models and drawings (SolidWorks or similar preferred), including basic GD&T requirements

Support review of job cost versus estimate to improve future quoting accuracy

Provide technical input to sales and estimating teams to support competitive proposals

Offer practical DFM guidance to customers and internal teams

Support proposal and RFQ development for assigned customers in collaboration with sales and estimating teams

Provide technical support to resolve customer challenges and support successful order placement

Assist in developing estimating capabilities through knowledge sharing and technical guidance

Support new customer development through technical research and customer engagement

Respond to new customer inquiries and route opportunities appropriately

Work with sales/ estimating teams to support RFQ prioritization and technical evaluation

Follow up with customers to understand outcomes of quoted work and support continuous improvement

Participate in assigned customer account engagement, including calls, emails, and occasional site visits

When assigned to support a site or project, assist with defined objectives, including:

Verifying work instructions and standard processes align with customer requirements

Supporting knowledge transfer between locations or suppliers

Assisting with productivity, quality, and delivery improvement initiatives

Escalating operational issues or delays to appropriate stakeholders

Supporting safety, organization, and quality expectations on the shop floor

Support supplier and partner evaluation related to lead time, pricing, and quality performance

Perform work in a safe and responsible manner

Support safety, quality, and competency training initiatives

Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture

Provide guidance to teammates to support successful job execution

Qualification

Manufacturing engineeringCAD skillsDFM guidanceEstimating experienceMRPERP systemsTechnical salesCustomer engagementTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or manufacturing engineering or equivalent technical discipline

5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, applications engineering, estimating, or technical sales

Ability to stand or walk for extended periods when supporting operations

Ability to lift-up to 35 lbs. occasionally

Ability to use hands and fingers to operate computers, tools, and equipment

Ability to visually inspect parts and drawings

Preferred

Experience with Sheet Metal assemblies, end use applications in industrial/medical equipment and power supplies

Experience in a high-mix manufacturing environment

MRP or ERP system experience; Mie Trak preferred

Interpret and extract information from CAD models and drawings (SolidWorks or similar preferred), including basic GD&T requirements

Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive pay scale

Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service

9 paid Holidays annually

Education reimbursement program

Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance

Company paid life and long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5%

Company

Prototek Digital Manufacturing

Prototek is a leading national provider of digital based manufacturing services including CNC machining, precision sheet metal fabrication, additive manufacturing, modeling, and assembly services.

Founded in 1987

Contoocook, New Hampshire, US

201-500 employees