Application Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to join its dynamic team. This role involves providing technical support and training on CNC machinery across the Midlands, ensuring seamless machine tool integration. With a strong emphasis on customer service, the successful candidate will lead engineering projects and expand their knowledge of cutting-edge technologies. The company offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about CNC technology and customer satisfaction, this position is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Lunch + Dinner Allowance

Company car - Personal + Family Member use

25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)

Vitality Plan

Life assurance

Private health insurance

Discounts at leading gyms and retailers

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in CNC machine tool applications (turning and milling).
• Time-served engineer with strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training on CNC machine tool operation and programming.
• Lead engineering projects, ensuring delivery to specifications and budget.
• Log daily tasks and site activities using the Field Service App.

Skills

Siemens CNC programming

Heidenhain controls

Fanuc controls

5-Axis machining centres

Multi-tasking turning centres

Fusion 360

Strong communication skills

Project management skills

Education

Recognised engineering qualification

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Field Service App

Job description

Job Description

About the Company

A leading UK-based supplier of CNC machine tools and automation solutions is seeking an experienced Applications Engineer to join its growing team. This company supports a wide range of manufacturing sectors and is known for providing premium machinery and top-tier customer service.

Industries served include:

• Aerospace
• Motorsport
• Medical
• Automotive
• Precision engineering

With a strong reputation for delivering high-performance CNC machinery, this company is also highly regarded for its responsive, reliable service support and training capabilities.

The Role

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Applications Engineer to support customers across the Midlands area (UK). This is a field-based position where you’ll be responsible for ensuring successful machine tool integration, customer training, and technical support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver training to customer personnel on CNC machine tool operation and programming, ensuring safety and competence.
• Lead engineering projects, ensuring delivery to agreed specifications, within budget and on time.
• Log daily tasks and site activities using the company’s Field Service App to maintain clear documentation and traceability.
• Continuously expand your knowledge of the product range and attend necessary training on new machines and control systems.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and Ireland, with overnight stays as required.

Who We’re Looking For

• Essential: Experience with Siemens CNC programming
• : Familiarity with Heidenhain + Fanuc controls
• Experience with 5-Axis machining centres and multi-tasking turning centres is highly advantageous
• Knowledge of Fusion 360 is a plus
• Time-served engineer with 5+ years’ experience in CNC machine tool applications (turning and milling)
• Holds a recognised engineering qualification or apprenticeship
• Based in the Midlands area
• Strong communication and project management skills

What’s on Offer

• £40 - 50k + Bonus
• Lunch + Dinner Allowance
• Company car - Personal + Family Member use
• 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
• Vitality Plan
• Life assurance
• Private health insurance
• Discounts at leading gyms and retailers through the company benefits scheme