Applications Engineer

SER Limited; Horeston Grange; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking an Applications Engineer to deliver training and demonstrations on milling and turning applications. Based in the Midlands, the role involves customer interactions and varied travel, both locally and occasionally internationally. Ideal candidates will be experienced in using Siemens or ProtoTRAK controls and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary starting at £42,000, increasing to £46,000 after probation, along with a company car and significant time off.

Benefits

Company car

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Monthly expenses for overnight stays

Uniform, phone and laptop provided

Qualifications

• Strong practical experience with Siemens or ProtoTRAK controls is essential.
• Confidently program at the control and explain concepts clearly.
• Comfortable with 1-3 nights away per week for training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured training courses on milling and turning applications.
• Prepare and run demonstrations at showrooms and customer sites.
• Capture training outcomes and coordinate travel plans.

Skills

Practical experience with Siemens or ProtoTRAK controls

Professional communication skills

Training delivery experience

Education

Time served or apprentice-trained Miller and or Turner

Job description

Applications Engineer

Location: Midlands, within 1 hour of CV11
Type: Full time, permanent
Salary: £42,000 during probation, rising to £46,000 on completion
Travel: 1-3 nights away per week on average. Rare overseas trips (e.g. Ireland or Europe, typically up to once per year)
Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays
Expenses: Paid monthly. £25 tax-free subsistence for each night away
Vehicle: Company car provided. Company covers all business costs except company car tax and personal mileage
Tools & kit: Uniform, phone and laptop provided

Company snapshot

Training and demonstrations focused applications role supporting customers across the Midlands and wider UK. Work is varied and customer-facing, with visits to client sites and company showrooms, plus occasional exhibitions.

Role overview

Deliver structured training courses and live demonstrations on milling and turning applications, primarily using Siemens or ProtoTRAK controls. You will plan and run courses, support exhibitions, and provide on-site and showroom-based training to a mix of new and experienced users.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver group and 1-to-1 training on milling and turning applications
• Prepare and run demonstrations at showrooms, customer sites and exhibitions
• Develop course content, example programs and handouts
• Advise on best practice, workholding, tooling and programming workflows
• Capture training outcomes, feedback and follow-up actions
• Coordinate visit schedules and travel plans; maintain tidy reporting

Requirements

• Time served or apprentice-trained Miller and or Turner
• Strong practical experience with Siemens or ProtoTRAK controls
• Confident programming at the control and explaining concepts clearly
• Professional communication and presentation skills
• Full UK driving licence. Right to work in the UK
• Comfortable with 1-3 nights away per week

Nice to have

• Experience delivering formal training or coaching
• Trade show and live demo experience
• Broader CNC exposure beyond Siemens and ProtoTRAK

What's on offer

• £42,000 start, rising to £46,000 post-probation
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Company car, uniform, phone and laptop
• Monthly expenses with £25 tax-free per night away
• Varied, customer-facing workload with exhibitions and occasional international travel

How to apply

Send your CV and a brief note on your Siemens or ProtoTRAK experience, plus a recent training or demo you delivered.