Maintenance Engineer - CNC / PLC (Automation / Manufacturing)Bristol Onsite Permanent Competitive SalaryAre you an experienced PLC Engineer looking to work on cutting-edge automated manufacturing equipment?We're hiring a Field Service Engineer / Maintenance Engineer to support highly advanced CNC and automation systems at a major aerospace facility in Bristol. This is a long-term, stable role where you'll play a key part in keeping complex, high-value machinery running at peak performance.What You'll Be DoingDiagnose and repair faults on special purpose CNC machines and PLC-controlled equipment (Siemens, FANUC)Carry out corrective maintenance, fault finding, and root cause analysisPerform machine calibration, alignment, and optimisationSupport and oversee preventive maintenance activitiesWork closely with remote engineering teams to resolve technical issuesMaintain clear service reports and technical documentationAct as the onsite technical expert in a customer-facing environmentWhat You'll Be Working OnAdvanced multi-axis CNC machinerySiemens Sinumerik & TIA Portal PLC systemsFANUC robotics and automation systemsHigh-precision equipment used in aerospace manufacturingWhat We're Looking ForExperience as a Field Service Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, CNC Engineer, or Automation EngineerStrong fault-finding skills on CNC machines and/or PLC systemsExperience with Siemens PLC (TIA Portal) or similar platformsAbility to read electrical and mechanical schematicsHands-on mechanical and electrical maintenance experienceComfortable working independently in an onsite, customer-facing roleNice to Have (Not Essential)Experience with FANUC robotsKnowledge of advanced manufacturingExposure to automated fibre placement or tape laying systemsWhat's in It for YouLong-term, stable position with a leading technology environmentOpportunity to work on high-end, specialist manufacturing equipmentStructured onboarding and training (including international exposure)Clear path to becoming a site technical specialistWorking HoursMonday to Friday, approx. 08:00-17:00Fully onsite role in BristolYour CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.