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 (phone number removed) 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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