Applications Engineer II

ZEISS Group

Applications Engineer serving as a technical advisor on ZEISS Industrial Metrology systems. Providing training and support for clients to maximize their use of ZEISS products.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeWixom • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver comprehensive training on ZEISS Industrial Metrology systems, including: Standard in-house training sessions, On-site training programs, Customized, client-specific training courses.
Collaborate with internal teams to develop and maintain an effective and up-to-date training curriculum.
Provide remote and on-site technical support for ZEISS Industrial Metrology systems, including: Addressing customer inquiries related to software and applications.
Rapidly assessing and prioritizing customer issues based on urgency and impact.
Supporting internal ZEISS teams with software and application expertise.
Assisting with software and system testing to support product development.
Documenting and reporting software performance issues accurately.
Delivering after-sales technical support to ensure successful system.
Provide foundational support for IT-related issues, including: Windows operating systems, Networking and connectivity, Database management.
Responding to customer requests for quotations, including analyzing requirements and providing accurate time estimates for project completion.
Preparing and maintaining project data.
Implementing quoted application solutions through remote, classroom, or on-site delivery.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field is required.
2 - 5 years of experience
Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings for dimensional control requirements.
Proficiency in 3D mathematics and experience with programming in modern scientific computing languages.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts to both small and large audiences.
Proven ability to identify, articulate, and resolve technical challenges, including creating concise technical reports.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with customers and internal teams.
Experience in training or teaching, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts and demonstrate product benefits.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently to develop solutions for customer challenges.
Self-motivated learner with the ability to independently acquire knowledge to address customer needs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Vision
Dental
401k Matching
Employee Assistance Programs
Vacation and sick pay

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Hard Skills & Tools

Programming in Modern Scientific Computing LanguagesDimensional Control RequirementsSoftware Performance DocumentationTechnical Report CreationDatabase Management

Soft Skills

Exceptional Problem-Solving SkillsStrong Interpersonal SkillsSelf-Motivated Learner