CMM Programmer / Applications Engineer, Buffalo Grove, IL Area

How many companies can say they've been in business for over 175 years?!

This position will work out of our location in the Buffalo Grove, Illinois area.

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As one of the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environment of our fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and with over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

Travel: This position will travel domestically up to 50%.

What's the role?

As an Applications Engineer, you get to work with an astonishing team that plays a vital role at Carl ZEISS IQS. Show case your skills and experience with process enhancement at ZEISS. The Applications Engineer will assist our customers and our ZEISS Sales team with pre-post-sales application engineering activities such as product demonstrations, proof of concepts (POC) and sales support. Further post sales activities such as helping customer with understanding and applying our hardware and software systems. This support can be provided in a variety of ways, including additional product demonstration, custom support classes, telephone, and on-site support. This important consultative role specifically requires professional conduct and customer orientation.

Sound Interesting?

Here's what you'll do:

• Provide technical consultation and support to customers and our Sales personnel, network in matters relating to advanced applications and systems.

• Assist with ZEISS Calypso programming as needed.

• Facilitate the flow and accuracy of technical information.

• Maintain a focus on advanced applications and new ZEISS technology.

• Provide project work and support utilizing ZEISS systems:
  - Respond to customer related software/applications support questions
  - Respond to other ZEISS departments requiring software/applications support

• Provide applications expertise for necessary project related activities:
  - Respond to customer request which typically includes analyzing inspection
  requirements

• Perform Gage R&R studies

• Ability to understand and support IT related issues:

• Windows Operating System knowledge

• Networking

• Database management

Do you qualify?

• A four-year degree in Engineering, Math, Physics or other technical discipline is preferred but equivalent industry experience can substitute a four-year degree.

• Ability to read engineering drawings for dimensional control requirements.

• Ability to read and interpret GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)

• Strong inspection or metrology skills and experience in the manufacturing industry

• Strong computer software skills and affinity for computer aided data analysis products.

• Must have strong problem-solving skills with the ability to learn independently to find solutions to potential customer's problems.

• ZEISS Calypso Software experience is a plus. CMM programming experience.

• Good verbal and written communication skills with an ability to create concise technical reports.

• Ability to reason and negotiate complex problems with customers.

• Entrepreneurial mindset and eagerness to be a part of a high-performance, fast growing segment of ZEISS.

The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.

This position is also eligible for benefits, including medical plans, retirement savings plan and paid time off.

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

• Medical

• Vision

• Dental

• 401k Matching

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Vacation and sick pay

• The list goes on!

Why Join ZEISS?

At ZEISS, we are committed to innovation and excellence. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to influence key public policy decisions and contribute to the strategic direction of a leading global technology company. We offer a dynamic work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).