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Application Engineer - CNC

Posted 2 days ago

  • Coventry, West Midlands
  • Permanent
  • £45,000 to £57,000 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In a month
Applications Engineer – CNC Machine Tools

Location: Coventry-based with UK & European Travel

Salary: £45 - £57k + Company Car + Pension + Healthcare

A well-established engineering solutions provider, known for delivering advanced CNC machine tool systems and automation, is expanding its team and currently seeking an Applications Engineer to support turnkey project delivery across the UK and Europe.

About the Role

This is a hands-on, customer-facing engineering role supporting the installation and optimisation of high-performance CNC machining systems. You’ll be responsible for delivering full turnkey engineering packages—from developing machining strategies and CNC programming to on-site commissioning and operator training.

Key Responsibilities

Plan machining strategies and generate CNC programs (Fanuc, Okuma preferred)

Conduct prove-outs and deliver First Article Inspections (FAI)

Meet all Acceptance Criteria for turnkey project delivery

Deliver comprehensive training to customers on machine operation and programming

Support new technology integration, including CAM software and simulation tools

Travel to customer sites throughout the UK and Europe as required
Ideal Candidate

Minimum 4 years' experience in a machine tool or production engineering environment

Background as a CNC Setter/Operator or Production Engineer

Strong knowledge of NC programming languages (Fanuc and/or Okuma experience advantageous)

Exposure to CAM software for program creation and simulation (preferred)

Excellent communication, time management, and organisational skills

Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team
What’s on Offer

A challenging and rewarding role with a leading-edge engineering company

Full involvement in high-specification CNC and automation projects

Attractive salary package

Company car, healthcare, and pension scheme
If you’re a technically skilled CNC programmer or engineer ready to step into a customer-focused, travel-ready applications role, this is your opportunity to grow within a progressive and supportive environment.

Apply now to join a company at the forefront of CNC machine tool innovation.

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