Mechanical Applications Engineer

Applications Engineer – CNC & Automation

£50,000 base + Car + Equipment + Bonus | Permanent

A long-established engineering organisation with a strong reputation for innovation and manufacturing excellence is looking for an Applications Engineer to support both pre-sales and post-sales technical activity across the UK.

The business is a recognised leader in high-speed CNC machining, automation systems and advanced manufacturing technologies. This is a field-based role with regular nationwide travel and occasional overnight stays — you'll be central to delivering customer training, supporting engineering projects and providing the kind of hands-on technical support that keeps machines performing and customers satisfied.

The Role

• Commissioning and setting up CNC machines for production at customer sites

• Delivering comprehensive training on machine operation and programming

• Applying production engineering knowledge to develop efficient, optimised machining processes

• Providing technical support and practical problem-solving for customer applications

• Selecting cutting tools and developing tooling strategies

• Developing fixturing, work-holding solutions and process improvements

• Identifying opportunities for product and process enhancement across customer operations

What We're Looking For

Technical

• Skilled in operating and programming 4-axis and 5-axis CNC milling machines

• Proficient with FANUC controls — operation and programming

• CAD/CAM experience

• Strong understanding of production engineering principles

• Competent interpreting engineering drawings

• Time-served engineer preferred

Personal

• Confident working independently in the field or as part of a wider team

• Strong customer service and communication skills

• Able to deliver clear, effective technical guidance and training

• Committed to high standards of quality, safety and professionalism

• A strong engineering background in CNC machine tools — gained through a manufacturer, distributor, or hands-on CNC programming/operation role

What's on Offer

• £50,000 base salary (dependent on experience)

• Company vehicle including private fuel benefit

• Mobile phone and equipment

• Enhanced pension scheme with generous employer contributions

• Private healthcare scheme, with option to include family members

• Medical cash plan

• Life insurance

• Income protection scheme

• Critical illness cover

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional days for length of service

• Employee discount platform

• Employee Assistance Programme

• 36-hour working week with early finish on Fridays

A permanent opportunity with a well-regarded name in CNC and automation — specialist product training, genuine long-term progression and an excellent benefits package included.

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