Application Engineering Technologist

Mazak is the global leader in the design and manufacture of highly productive CNC machine tools and automation systems, including turning centers, vertical and horizontal machining centers, Multi-Tasking solutions, 5-axis machining centers and PALLETECH manufacturing systems. Committed to innovative product development, advanced manufacturing technologies and long-term customer support, Yamazaki Mazak Corporation employs more than 8,700 associates, manages 11 manufacturing plants – which all use Mazak machines to make other Mazaks – and operates 38 Technology Centers around the world through its subsidiaries.

At this moment, we need an Applications Engineer to cover the province of Alberta .

You will be focused on:

• Work with sales team on sales studies, helping them to demonstrate to prospective clients what Mazak Machines can do.


• Support clients by training, responding to inquiries, going on-site to client locations, and helping on machine programming.

The job duties are (but are not limited to):

• Work with Sales team to understand prospective client’s needs and develops time / process studies, test cuts, product examples, ROI studies.


• Train clients on Mazak machines use and controls for operator’s optimal utilization of machines.


• Answer clients and field service technicians’ inquiries by phone and email to help diagnose and repair software related problems on machines, off-site, and on-site.


• Test operation of machines and accessories after completing installation or repair.


• Learn new machines features and accessories as they become available.


• Complete reports documenting installation, assessment of reported problem, repairs completed, software updates, etc.


• Utilize various software for designing, testing and changing client products and implementing those on Mazak Machines as needed.


• Test operation of machines and accessories after completing installation or repair.

What are your Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience as a CNC Machinist, with strong mechanical aptitude


• Experience as a CNC Programmer and the ability to independently program both CNC milling machines and lathes.


• G-Drivers License, with reliable transportation


• Minimum: CNC Machinist Diploma or Industry Experience


• Security Clearance (nice to have)


• Forklift and Crane Certification

Travelling Requirement: 25 to 50% of the time through Western Canada. Assignments might require overnight or multiple night stay from time to time.

And what is in it for you?

• Competitive compensation: Hourly rate of 40-45/h depending on experience; eligibility for Overtime after 8h of daily work


• RRSP, DPSP and company matching from day 1


• Available training with the leaders in the industry, in the USA and in Japan


• Medical, Dental and Disability Insurance


• A supportive team environment to grow and thrive.

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