Application Engineer – North West UK
At Cutwel, we help precision engineers make better tooling decisions. Since 1996 we’ve supported over 13,000 customers annually by combining one of the UK’s most complete tooling ranges with real technical expertise. We don’t just supply products, we help customers solve machining challenges, improve performance, and reduce cost per part. Working with leading brands including YG-1, Korloy, Kennametal, Mitutoyo, Insize and Gerardi, we deliver proven practical solutions across cutting tools, machine tool accessories and metrology.
We’re looking for an Application Engineer to join our growing team in the North West, someone who is both technically strong and commercially aware who can help us deliver real cost savings and added value to our customers.
What you’ll be doing
* Providing hands on technical support and application advice to customers
* Visiting sites to identify opportunities to improve tool life, cycle times and process reliability
* Delivering tooling trials and demonstrations, with clear performance feedback
* Troubleshooting machining issues and implementing practical, cost effective solutions
* Supporting the sales team by helping convert opportunities through technical value
* Building strong relationships with engineers, buyers and production teams
* Working closely with leading tooling manufacturers to deliver the right solution first time
What we’re looking for
* Background in cutting tools, CNC machining, or precision engineering
* Strong understanding of milling, turning, threading and drilling applications
* Experience in a customer facing, applications or technical sales support role is essential
* Ability to balance technical problem solving with commercial awareness
* Confident communicator who can add value in front of customers
* Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable working in a field based role
* Full UK driving licence (essential)
Why join Cutwel?
By joining Cutwel you’ll be working with the UK’s most innovative and fastest growing specialist cutting tool distributor. You’ll be working to convert warm leads and opportunities with the UK’s leading precision engineering companies based in the north west of England.
* Work in a supportive and unique cultural environment
* A role that combines engineering expertise with commercial impact
* Ongoing technical training and development
* Highly competitive salary + bonus scheme
* Fully expensed company vehicle
* Health Benefit Scheme
* Company pension Scheme
* Income protection scheme