CNC Applications Engineer

KPJ Group; Bradwell; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Work laptop and phone

25 days holiday + bank holidays

One day working from home per week

Flexible working hours

Collective bonus scheme

Christmas shutdown

5% pension

Job summary

KPJ Group in Milton Keynes is seeking a CNC Applications Engineer to drive programming, setup and production for CNC components. The role involves taking CAD models or drawings through programming, setting up machines and delivering finished parts.

You will demonstrate 3-axis and 5-axis capabilities, advise on tooling and process improvements, and collaborate with customers, sales teams and suppliers to develop manufacturing solutions. A strong background in CNC machining is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven CNC machining experience.
• Ability to take a component from CAD model or drawing through to finished part.
• Strong CNC programming, machine setup, tooling and machining knowledge.
• Experience working directly with customers in a technical or applications environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess drawings and CAD models to determine the best machining approach.
• Take components through programming, machine setup and finished production.
• Complete feasibility studies, sample machining and proof-of-concept work.
• Demonstrate 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machine capabilities.
• Advise on tooling, cutting strategies, workholding and process improvements.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and recommend corrective action.
• Provide technical guidance and machine training to customers.
• Work with machine, tooling and software suppliers to develop manufacturing solutions.
• Produce demonstration parts and application examples.

Skills

CNC programming

Machine setup

CAD/CAM

Customer-facing

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

We're looking for a CNC Applications Engineer to join a CNC machinery business in Milton Keynes.

This is a role suited to someone with proven CNC machining experience, as you will be taking components from CAD model or drawing through to programming, machining and finished production.

What's on offer?

• £45,000 - £55,000 p/a
• Mon - Fri | 9am - 5pm
• Flexible working hours
• One day working from home per week
• Collective bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown, separate from the holiday allowance
• 5% pension
• Private healthcare
• Work laptop and phone

What will you be doing as a CNC Applications Engineer?

• Assessing drawings and CAD models to determine the best machining approach
• Taking components through programming, machine setup and finished production
• Completing feasibility studies, sample machining and proof-of-concept work
• Demonstrating 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machine capabilities
• Advising on tooling, cutting strategies, workholding and process improvements
• Troubleshooting machining issues and recommending corrective action
• Providing technical guidance and machine training to customers
• Working with machine, tooling and software suppliers to develop manufacturing solutions
• Producing demonstration parts and application examples

What will you need?

• Proven CNC machining experience
• Ability to take a component from CAD model or drawing through to finished part
• Strong CNC programming, machine setup, tooling and machining knowledge
• Experience working directly with customers in a technical or applications environment
• Ability to communicate with customers, sales teams, suppliers and internal departments
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel to customer sites and Germany when required