Fives Pietro Carnaghi S.p.A., part of the Fives Group, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of large machine tools for the aerospace, energy, naval and defense industries.
To support our continued growth, we are looking for aSenior Application & Process Engineer who will help customers optimize their machining processes and define the most effective technical solutions for complex and large-scale components.
Your Mission
As a key technical contributor, you will work across the entire project lifecycle, from pre-sales engineering to process validation and customer support.
You will:
- Assess the feasibility of complex machining applications and define optimal manufacturing solutions.
- Support the sales team with technical studies, machining strategies and cycle time estimates.
- Define machine configurations, accessories and clamping solutions tailored to customer requirements.
- Collaborate on the development of post-processors and programming tools.
- Participate in machining trials, machine acceptance tests and customer project start-ups.
- Advise customers on process optimization and advanced machining technologies.
What Makes You Successful
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- Passion for manufacturing technology and innovation.
- Pragmatic approach focused on real-world industrial applications.
- Ability to work effectively with customers, sales teams and engineering departments.
- Curiosity and willingness to explore new machining technologies.
Education & Experience
- Master's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering.
- At least 5 years of experience in machining processes, industrialization, applications engineering or machining methods.
- Experience in machine tools, large machining centres or advanced manufacturing environments.
Technical Skills
- Strong expertise in 3- to 5-axis machining and turning (better if vertical turning).
- Experience with CAM software such as NX CAM, Mastercam, TopSolid or similar.
- Knowledge of fixturing, tooling and machining process optimization.
- Understanding of CNC programming and Siemens Sinumerik environments.
- Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical drawings and 3D models.
- Fluent English.
Why Join Fives Pietro Carnaghi?
- Work on some of the world's largest and most advanced machine tools.
- Contribute to prestigious projects in aerospace, energy, defense and naval sectors.
- Join a highly skilled international team within the Fives Group.
- Combine engineering, innovation, customer interaction and advanced manufacturing.
- Grow your expertise in cutting-edge machining technologies and digital manufacturing solutions.