Applications Engineer - EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining)

ZipRecruiter; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based engineering solutions provider is seeking an EDM Applications Engineer to deliver tailored training, support pre-sales activities, and manage turnkey engineering packages. This dynamic role involves travel throughout the UK and Europe, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Company Car

Healthcare

Pension

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in an EDM machine tool environment.
• Hands-on background as a Production Engineer or CNC Machine Tool Setter/Operator.

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-depth customer training on EDM machine operation.
• Contribute to pre-sales support through component test cuts.
• Manage prove-out and Acceptance Criteria on customer sites.

Skills

ISO NC programming

Communication

Self-motivation

Tools

CAM software

Job description

Job Description

EDM Applications Engineer

Location: Coventry-based with UK & European travel

Salary: Competitive + Company Car + Healthcare + Pension

A leading UK-based engineering solutions provider for high-end machine tools is expanding its team and seeking an EDM Applications Engineer. This company specialises in delivering fully engineered solutions for both conventional and Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) applications, from stand-alone machines to fully automated manufacturing cells.

About the Role

This role combines technical expertise, customer engagement, and hands-on project execution. You will deliver tailored customer training on EDM platforms, support pre-sales activity, and manage the full delivery of turnkey engineering packages.

Key Responsibilities

1. Deliver in-depth customer training courses covering EDM machine operation, programming, and maintenance
2. Contribute to pre-sales support through component test cuts, cycle time estimations, and fixture planning
3. Develop machining strategies and create CNC programs (ISO and CAM-based)
4. Manage prove-out, First Article Inspection (FAI), and Acceptance Criteria on customer sites
5. Work independently or as part of a team to deliver high-value engineering solutions
6. Travel throughout the UK and Europe to oversee turnkey project implementation

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in an EDM machine tool environment (Wire EDM, Sink EDM, or Fast Hole Drilling)
• Strong understanding of ISO NC programming
• Hands-on background as a Production Engineer or CNC Machine Tool Setter/Operator
• Exposure to CAM software for programming and simulation (advantageous)
• High level of self-motivation, organisation, and effective time management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What’s on Offer

• Work with cutting-edge manufacturing technology
• Dynamic, varied role with international travel
• Competitive salary, company car, healthcare, and pension scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically driven professional with EDM experience looking to step into a customer-focused, high-impact applications role. Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of machining technology.

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