BLM GROUP · 2 months ago
Applications Specialist, Press Brake
BLM GROUP USA is a leading manufacturer known for its innovative contributions to the fabrication industry. The Applications Specialist for Press Brake will serve as a technical resource, conducting demonstrations and providing support to the sales team while ensuring customer satisfaction through advanced technical expertise.
Machinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Formulates tooling quotes based on customer parts
Complete feasibility/time studies based on customer parts
Conduct customer software/machine demonstrations at the BLM GROUP USA facility (Solution Center) in Novi, MI
Conduct customer software/machine demonstrations at customer sites
Run sample parts per request of sales team members
Support customers in the field with advanced training/applications
Commissioning and calibration of Solution Center Press Brakes
Responsible for development of demonstration parts
Continued development of machine tool files
Supports senior engineer in automation development
Presentation of Press Brake and software at tradeshows
Maintain showroom-quality condition of Press Brakes
Provides technical expertise to other Applications Engineers and Product Managers working within the department
Provides technical expertise to other departments within the company to aid with project specifications and completion
Understands technical issues to the point of being able to aid others within the Applications department with recommendations and/or referring the matter to a subject expert
Development of Sales Tools for new features or machines
Performs a thorough application analysis; recommends a best fit laser solution for the customer
Conducts customer run-off acceptance tests at the BLM GROUP USA facility in Novi, MI
Supports the Product Manager by providing advanced technical counsel and solutions to the customer’s specific technical issue
Maintains a positive rapport and business relationship with customers by providing outstanding customer service
Travel to Italy 1-2 times per year to have continual training in software and hardware of BLM GROUP products
Travel up to 50% as needed by management
Commitment to this position for a timeframe of 3 – 5 years
Overtime as necessary to complete workload as defined by customer
Other duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
Associates Degree in a Technical field. Prior experience or equivalent military training may be substituted for a degree
At least two years of Press Brake experience across multiple applications including Press Brake setup, Press Brake service, Press Brake maintenance experience, or CNC press Brake part programming
Valid Driver's License with no more than two (2) points on a driving record within a three (3) year period
Thorough understanding of CAD/CAM software and how they apply to specific machine and part applications
Understanding of reading part drawings
Thorough knowledge and understanding of statistical evaluations
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Able to effectively use the Internet
Highly organized
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to help advise others within the department with respect to technical matters
Must be able to work effectively with minimal supervision
Must have excellent time management skills
Able to effectively work with all levels of team members and all types of customer personalities
Understanding of press brake technology/correction tables
Thorough understanding of press brake tooling
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k with company match
Life/disability
Many others
Company
BLM GROUP
BLM GROUP designs and manufactures machinery and systems for processing tubes, wires, and sheet metal.
Funding
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2025-07-09
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