Applications Engineer
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Location: Midlands (Field & Office-Based)
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Bonus + Company Car + Benefits
Overview
We are recruiting for an experienced Applications Engineer with a strong background in CNC machining and programming to support customers across the Midlands. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role focused on demonstrating machine capabilities, optimising machining processes, and providing technical expertise across a range of CNC solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide technical support and applications expertise for CNC machine tools
* Develop and prove out machining processes for customer components
* Program CNC machines (milling and/or turning) using offline and on-machine programming
* Deliver machine demonstrations, run-offs, and customer trials
* Support the sales team with technical input during the pre-sales process
* Advise customers on tooling, workholding, and process optimisation
* Troubleshoot machining issues and improve cycle times and efficiency
* Deliver customer training on machine operation and programming
* Work closely with internal engineering and service teams
Requirements
* Proven experience working with CNC machines (milling and/or turning)
* Strong CNC programming experience (e.g. Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain)
* Background as an Applications Engineer, CNC Programmer, or Machinist
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
* Experience with CAD/CAM software (desirable)
* Strong problem-solving and process improvement skills
* Confident communicator with customer-facing experience
* Full UK driving licence
What's on Offer
* £40,000 - £45,000 basic salary
* Performance-related bonus
* Company car or car allowance
* Pension and benefits package
* Opportunity to work with advanced CNC technologies
* Career progression within a growing engineering business
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