Application Engineer - #1674501

About the Company

A leading UK-based supplier of CNC machine tools and automation solutions is seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to join its growing team. This company supports a wide range of manufacturing sectors and is known for providing premium machinery and top-tier customer service.

Industries served include:

• Aerospace


• Motorsport


• Medical


• Automotive


• Precision engineering

With a strong reputation for delivering high-performance CNC machinery, this company is also highly regarded for its responsive, reliable service support and training capabilities.

The Role

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Applications Engineer to support customers across the Midlands area (UK). This is a field-based position where you’ll be responsible for ensuring successful machine tool integration, customer training, and technical support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver training to customer personnel on CNC machine tool operation and programming, ensuring safety and competence.


• Lead engineering projects, ensuring delivery to agreed specifications, within budget and on time.


• Log daily tasks and site activities using the company’s Field Service App to maintain clear documentation and traceability.


• Continuously expand your knowledge of the product range and attend necessary training on new machines and control systems.


• Willingness to travel across the UK and Ireland, with overnight stays as required.

Who We’re Looking For

• 
  Essential: Experience with Siemens CNC programming
  


• 
  Preferred: Familiarity with Heidenhain + Fanuc controls
  


• Experience with 5-Axis machining centres and multi-tasking turning centres is highly advantageous


• Knowledge of Fusion 360 is a plus


• Time-served engineer with 5+ years’ experience in CNC machine tool applications (turning and milling)


• Holds a recognised engineering qualification or apprenticeship


• Based in the Midlands area
  


• Strong communication and project management skills

What’s on Offer

• £40 - 50k + Bonus


• Lunch + Dinner Allowance


• Company car - Personal + Family Member use


• 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)


• Vitality Plan


• Life assurance


• Private health insurance


• Discounts at leading gyms and retailers through the company benefits scheme