The Applications Lab Engineer 1 reviews and assesses customer assembly projects and provides a formal recommendation regarding feasibility, best methods, potential issues and process options. This report may include suggestions for changing customer part material type, part dimensions and/or part joint designs to achieve a better process result. Testing of plastic materials and/or sample parts may be required to effectively evaluate a given application. The lab engineer supports Extol’s internal and external sales efforts with plastics joining expertise, consultation, problem-solving, testing, evaluation and analysis. Additional duties include machine set-up, small volume assembly work, and machine processing. Direct customer interaction at Extol or at customer facilities occurs regularly. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential to this position. SEE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION

This intermediate-level position is responsible for producing quality design of the PLC based control system, motion and electrical systems for custom equipment and machines. This engineer works independently on medium complexity projects and higher complexity projects with some direction from a more experienced Controls Engineer. SEE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION

This senior-level position is responsible for producing quality design of the PLC-based control system, motion and electrical systems for custom equipment and machines. This engineer works independently on higher complexity projects, coordinates designs of complex systems with other engineers, and will mentor level 1 and level 2 controls engineers to ensure they are successful. SEE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION

Performs machine assembly, wiring, plumbing and debugging of standard and special build machines.  The scope includes the coordination and completion of a project from start of build to run-off.  Reads and interprets customer specifications and requirements, plans and completes assembly of simple to complex machines including assembly, wiring, and plumbing of machine, debug, documentation, shipping, and service. SEE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION

Sets up and operates manual lathes, drills, mills, and grinders to cut and shape custom parts to specifications. Interprets design specifications and translates into plan for machining. Calculates location of cut, speed of feed, and amount of material to remove. Selects tools and materials, plans the sequence of cutting and finishing operations. Positions material in machine and performs the operations. Verifies part dimensions and tolerances. Performs basic routine maintenance of machine. SEE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION

Manage projects from receipt of the purchase order until has been shipped and the customer satisfied. Works internally and with customers to ensure product meets customer expatiation in terms of design, performance, and timeliness. Ensures appropriate documentation is completed throughout project, and documents lessons learned for use in future project planning. Performs other duties that may be assigned as needed. SEE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION

This intermediate-level position is responsible for producing quality designs for custom equipment and tooling. This engineer works independently on medium complexity projects and higher complexity projects with some direction from a more experienced Design Engineer. SEE COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION