CNC Field Service Engineer

Recruit Engineering; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support a wide customer base across the UK. This role involves diagnosing faults and carrying out maintenance on CNC machinery, as well as providing customer support and training. Candidates should be apprentice-trained with hands-on CNC maintenance experience and a full UK driving license. The role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Bonuses

Full benefits package

Travel support including accommodation

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained engineer with mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled background.
• Hands-on experience in CNC maintenance is essential.
• Must possess a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and carry out preventative maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Set up, test, and optimize CNC equipment on-site.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues.
• Provide guidance to operators on machine use and maintenance.
• Access international training programs for ongoing development.

Skills

CNC Maintenance Experience

Proactive Learner

Flexible & Mobile

Mechanical and Electrical Background

Education

Apprentice-trained Engineer

Job description

Overview

Field Service Engineer - CNC Machine Tool OEM

Location: Field-based (Edinburgh to Newcastle)

Package: £50,000 - £60,000 + Company Vehicle + Bonuses + Full Benefits

The Opportunity: Are you an apprentice-trained engineer seeking a rewarding field role with a world-leading CNC machine tool OEM? This is your chance to work with cutting-edge machinery while supporting a wide customer base across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Breakdown & Maintenance: Diagnose faults, carry out preventative maintenance, and maximise uptime.
• Installation & Commissioning: Set up, test, and optimise new CNC equipment on-site.
• Servicing & Repairs: Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues.
• Customer Support & Training: Provide guidance to operators on machine use and maintenance best practices.
• Ongoing OEM Training: Access international training programmes and the latest technologies.

What’s on Offer

• Variety & Challenge: Exposure to a wide range of customers and CNC technologies.
• Career Progression: Structured development and promotion opportunities within a global OEM.
• Competitive Package: £50-60k base salary, door-to-door pay, plus monthly and annual bonuses.
• Travel Support: Fully equipped company vehicle, accommodation, expenses, and tools provided.

What We’re Looking For

• Apprentice-trained Engineer - Mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled background.
• CNC Maintenance Experience - Previous hands-on knowledge essential.
• Proactive Learner - Keen to expand skills and adopt new technologies.
• Flexible & Mobile - Comfortable with travel and overnight stays.
• Full UK Driving Licence - Required.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global OEM, work with advanced CNC machinery, and develop a long-term career in field service engineering.

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