Machine Tool Applications Engineer – Turning Specialist
Location: Worcester (with regular UK travel)
Salary: £36,000 – £42,000 (depending on experience)
A leading machine tool manufacturer in Worcester is looking for a technically strong Applications Engineer with a solid background in turning. This role is ideal for a hands-on machinist who is currently programming and setting machines in a fast-paced subcontract environment and looking to step into a more customer-facing, technical support position.
The Role:
You’ll work closely with sales, service, and engineering teams to deliver pre- and post-sales support — including technical demonstrations, customer training, and process optimisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Support customers and internal teams with advanced CNC applications, particularly turning
Plan and deliver live cutting trials, tailored demonstrations, and technical presentations
Run customer training sessions and support exhibitions/events in the UK and overseas
Demonstrate control systems and CAM software in detail
Respond to technical queries and provide on-site support when needed
Collaborate with sales engineers to provide smooth technical handovers
Stay current with developments in machining techniques, tooling, and in-process measurement
What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
Currently working in a busy subcontract machining environment
Recent hands-on experience setting and programming CNC lathes and/or mill-turn machines
Strong knowledge of modern controls and CAM software
Confident communicator with the ability to liaise with customers and internal teams
Completed a Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent
Desirable:
HNC/HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
What’s on Offer:
£36,000 – £42,000 salary (depending on experience)
25 days holiday + bank holidays
8% employer pension contribution
Private medical cover, life assurance (4x salary), and sick pay scheme
Paid overtime (enhanced weekday, weekend, and Sunday rates)
Free parking, uniform, subsidised canteen
Standard hours: Monday to Friday, 08:15–16:30
If you're working on the shop floor right now, programming and setting mill-turn or turning machines daily — and you're ready for a new challenge in a customer-facing applications role — we’d like to hear from you.
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