PR/087343 | Application / Field Engineer (Machine Tools & Assembly)

Company and Job Overview

Japan’s No.1 specialist trading company in machine tools and tooling is looking for an Application / Field Engineer (Machine Tools & Assembly)  in Stuttgart.

Job Responsibilities
Provide technical support across the full lifecycle: requirement definition, specification, installation, commissioning, training, and troubleshooting for machine tools and assembly/measurement equipment. We broaden the hiring aperture: hands-on field capability over people management.
 

• Conduct on-site process assessment, define specs, and support equipment selection/layout with Sales.
• Lead/coordinate installation, commissioning, parameter setup, and trial runs at customer sites.
• Diagnose issues and implement corrective actions; deliver operator training and documentation.
• Support exhibitions/demos with technical explanations and prepare technical documents (schematics, manuals).
• Ensure compliance with CE/EHS and maintain related documentation.

Job Requirements
Must Have

• Up to ~40 years old (role requires physical field work and travel).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics/Mechanical (minimum) or related discipline.
• Hands-on field experience in machine tools / assembly / measurement equipment (installation, maintenance, or applications).
• Self-driven and able to work independently in the field; strong customer communication.
• German: Required (main working language). English: Able to communicate for business. Japanese: Not required.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of cutting/grinding/surface processes; metrology experience.
• Willingness to learn with OJT; openness to mentor/knowledge transfer from the current lead and take over locally in coming years.

Apply online for more information about this opportunity. Due to the high volume of applicants, we regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding.