Cnc Service Engineer

CNC Mechanical Engineer

Location: Normanton (In-house/Workshop-based)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced CNC Mechanical Engineer to join our in-house team, responsible for the mechanical repair, maintenance, and fault-finding of CNC machine tools, as well as the mechanical build and installation of bespoke automation systems within our workshop. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone with strong diagnostic skills who enjoys stripping down, repairing, and rebuilding machinery, as well as assembling custom-engineered systems from engineering drawings.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults on CNC machine tools, including spindles, ball screws, slideways, gearboxes, and drive systems
• Strip down, rebuild, and recondition CNC machines and mechanical assemblies
• Carry out mechanical installation and build of bespoke automation systems from engineering drawings and specifications
• Level and align machines and mechanical assemblies to manufacturer/design tolerances using precision measuring equipment
• Fit and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, coolant, and lubrication systems
• Install conveyors, actuators, linear guides, gearboxes, and other mechanical automation components
• Rig and move machinery safely within the workshop using cranes, forklifts, skates, and rollers
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, GA drawings, and technical/service manuals
• Liaise with the controls/electrical team to coordinate repairs and hand over completed builds ready for integration and commissioning
• Complete service reports, build documentation, and quality records accurately
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment
• Work safely in line with health & safety regulations, including lifting operations (LOLER) and manual handling

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a CNC Mechanical Engineer, CNC Fitter, or Mechanical Service Engineer, with hands-on experience repairing CNC machine tools
• Strong mechanical fault-finding, diagnostic, and repair skills
• Experience with spindle repairs, ball screw replacement, and general CNC mechanical overhaul
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical/engineering drawings and service manuals
• Comfortable working with hydraulics, pneumatics, and lubrication systems
• Understanding of rigging, lifting, and safe manual handling practices
• Good communication skills, with the ability to work closely with the controls/electrical team

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Recognised apprenticeship or qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience with specific CNC machine tool brands (e.g. Mazak, Haas, DMG Mori, Doosan)
• Experience building or maintaining bespoke automation systems or special-purpose machinery
• Overhead crane / slinger-signaller / forklift qualifications
• Basic electrical/controls awareness

What We Offer

• Ongoing training and career development
• Stable, in-house workshop-based role