CNC Service Engineer

CV Technical Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Manufacturer training

Job summary

CV Technical Limited is seeking an experienced Electrical Field Service Engineer to install, commission, maintain and repair CNC machine tools at customer sites across the UK. You will diagnose faults, minimise downtime and ensure safe operation, while supporting PLC fault-finding and CNC control diagnostics.

A strong background in Heidenhain, SINUMERIK or Fanuc controls is essential. The role involves field-based working with full UK travel, ongoing manufacturer training, and a competitive

Qualifications

• Proven experience servicing and repairing CNC machine tools.
• Strong electrical and electronic fault-finding skills.
• Experience with Heidenhain, Siemens SINUMERIK and/or Fanuc CNC controls.
• A good understanding of servo systems, AC/DC drives, PLCs and safety circuits.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and diagnose complex machine faults.
• Experience using electrical test equipment and CNC diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission CNC machine tools and associated automation.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, electronic and CNC control faults.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and servicing.
• Fault-find on CNC controls, PLCs, servo/spindle drives, motors and power supplies.
• Work with Heidenhain, Siemens SINUMERIK and Fanuc systems.
• Read electrical schematics and ladder diagrams.
• Use diagnostic software and test equipment.
• Support PLC fault-finding and basic modifications.
• Back up and restore CNC parameters and machine data.
• Conduct machine testing and calibration.
• Provide technical support and guidance to customers.
• Complete service reports and liaise with support and parts teams.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Reading schematics

Independent field work

Customer-facing

Full UK driving licence

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Heidenhain

Siemens SINUMERIK

Fanuc CNC controls

PLC fault-finding tools

Job description

Electrical Field Service Engineer - CNC Machine Tools

UK-Wide | Field-Based | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Electrical Field Service Engineer with a background in CNC machine tools? Are you confident fault-finding on complex electrical systems and working with Heidenhain, Siemens and Fanuc controls?

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilled CNC Electrical Field Service Engineer to join an established technical service operation supporting customers across the UK. This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to work on a wide range of CNC machinery, develop your technical expertise and receive ongoing manufacturer training.

The Role

As a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for installing, commissioning, maintaining and repairing CNC machine tools at customer sites. You will play a key role in diagnosing technical issues, minimising machine downtime and ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently.

• Installing and commissioning CNC machine tools and associated automation equipment.
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical, electronic and CNC control faults.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing.
• Fault-finding on CNC controls, PLCs, servo drives, spindle drives, motors, power supplies and feedback systems.
• Working with Heidenhain, Siemens SINUMERIK and Fanuc control systems.
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, drawings and ladder diagrams.
• Using diagnostic software, service tools and electrical test equipment.
• Supporting PLC fault-finding and basic modifications where required.
• Backing up and restoring CNC parameters and machine data.
• Carrying out machine testing, calibration and operational checks.
• Providing technical support and guidance to customers.
• Completing service reports and liaising with technical support and parts teams.

About You

• Proven experience servicing and repairing CNC machine tools.
• Strong electrical and electronic fault-finding skills.
• Experience with Heidenhain, Siemens SINUMERIK and/or Fanuc CNC controls.
• A good understanding of servo systems, AC/DC drives, PLCs and machine safety circuits.
• The ability to read electrical drawings and diagnose complex machine faults.
• Experience using electrical test equipment and CNC diagnostic tools.
• A methodical approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• The ability to work independently in a customer-facing field role.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to travel across the UK and stay overnight when required.

Desirable experience:

• An electrical or electronic engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• HNC/HND or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• Siemens STEP 7 or TIA Portal PLC knowledge.
• Experience with 5-axis CNC machinery, machine calibration or laser alignment.
• Knowledge of Profibus, Profinet or Ethernet/IP industrial networks.
• Experience with robotics, automation or machine tool OEMs.

The Equipment

• machining centres
• milling machines
• CNC lathes
• 5-axis machines
• grinding machines
• tool changers and associated peripheral systems

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary.
• Company vehicle.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Company bonus scheme.
• Manufacturer training and professional development.
• Laptop, mobile phone, tools and specialist diagnostic equipment.
• Weekly expenses covered.
• Hotel and fuel cards.

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