CNC Applications Engineer
Machine Tool / CNC Industry
Midlands Based LE1 2LB
£50,000-£55,000 salary
UK / International Travel Required
Remote Working, Company Vehicle, Overtime
Holidays, Pension, Death in Service


Are you an experienced Applications Engineer within the machine tools industry with the drive to elevate your career to the next step? If so please read on…

As a machine tools applications engineer in the machine tools industry, you will help customers maximise the productivity and efficiency of their CNC mill-turn machines. Working closely with the sales, engineering, and customer support team, you’ll be responsible for programming, troubleshooting, and providing technical solutions tailored to customers' specific manufacturing requirements.


The Role - CNC Applications Engineer:

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as liaison between UK subsidiary, and international customer base
  
  
• Represent the company’s technical and strategic interests with professionalism
  
  

Technical Solution Development:

• Design machining processes and tool selection based on customer needs
  
  
• Develop accurate tooling lists and ensure optimal machine configuration
  
  

Sales & Market Support:

• Provide technical support to sales, including pre-sales consultations
  
  
• Assist in creating customer-specific technical proposals
  
  

Implementation & Training:

• Manage and conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT)
  
  
• Deliver customer training and ensure effective technology transfer
  
  

Strategic Market Development:

• Support applications in designated international markets
  
  
• Drive technical improvements 
  
  

Key Skills / Experience Required: CNC Applications Engineer

• Proven experience as an Applications Engineer with CNC mill-turn machines or 5-axis machinery
  
  
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (such as Mastercam, Siemens NX, or Fusion 360).
  
  
• Siemens Controls experience and knowledge - Essential
  
  
• Turnkey management experience, with the ability to manage multiple clients or projects simultaneously.
  
  
• Familiarity with machining processes, particularly in multi-axis mill-turn environments.
  
  
• HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (desirable)
  
  
• Ability to travel to customer sites as required (both nationally and internationally)
  
  
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  
  
• Strong communication skills, with experience in customer training and support.
  
  

Salary and Package: Applications Engineer 

• Starting base £50k-£55k (dependent on experience)
  
  
• 38.5 hour working week Monday-Friday
  
  
• Enhanced Overtime x1.5
  
  
• Specialist Training 
  
  
• Company Vehicle (Hybrid)
  
  
• Expenses when working on-site
  
  
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
  
  
• Long-term scope and progression
  
  
• Company Pension Scheme 
  
  
• Company Laptop, Phone & Tech
  
  
• Death in Service 
  
  

Interested? To apply for this CNC Applications Engineer position, here are your two options: 

1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Emma Gilmore 0116 254 5411 between 7.30am - 4.30pm.
2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know
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