Entry Level Machine Tool Applications Engineer - Mill/Turn Specialist

Recruit Engineering; Worcester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading CNC machine tool manufacturer in Worcester is seeking an Entry‑Level Applications Engineer specializing in Mill/Turn. This role includes providing technical support to customers, planning cutting trials, and conducting training sessions. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in CNC programming and a Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship. The position offers a salary of £36,000 – £42,000 (DOE) plus benefits including £50,000 OTE, 25 holidays, and private medical cover.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

8% employer pension contribution

Private medical cover

Life assurance (4× salary)

Sick pay scheme

Paid overtime

Free parking

Subsidised canteen

Qualifications

• Strong background in CNC mill/turn programming and setting.
• Experience in subcontract machining or precision engineering.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and machining expertise to customers.
• Plan cutting trials, demonstrations, and technical presentations.
• Conduct customer training sessions and represent the company.

Skills

CNC mill/turn programming

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent

HNC/HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

Entry‑Level Applications Engineer – Mill/Turn Specialist

Location: Worcester (with regular UK travel)

Salary: £36,000 – £42,000 (DOE) + Door‑to‑Door Pay | OTE circa £50,000

Contract: Permanent, Full‑Time

Are you a skilled CNC Programmer ready to take the next step in your career?

This is a rare opportunity to move off the shop floor and into a customer‑facing Applications Engineer role with one of the world's leading CNC machine tool manufacturers.

If you're confident in programming and setting CNC mill/turns, enjoy solving technical challenges, and like helping others improve their machining processes, this role offers the perfect platform to develop your career in a new and rewarding direction.

The Role

You'll receive comprehensive training to transition into an applications‑focused position, using your hands‑on machining expertise to support customers and internal teams. Expect a varied and engaging workload – from live cutting trials and demonstrations to training sessions, process optimisation, and technical problem‑solving on some of the most advanced turning machines available.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and machining expertise to customers and internal teams.
• Plan and deliver cutting trials, demonstrations, and technical presentations.
• Conduct customer training sessions and represent the company at UK and international exhibitions.
• Showcase CNC control systems and CAM software capabilities.
• Respond to technical queries and deliver on‑site support where required.
• Work closely with the sales and engineering teams to ensure smooth project handovers.
• Stay current with the latest machining methods, tooling technologies, and measurement systems.

About You

Essential

• Strong background in CNC mill/turn programming and setting.
• Experience within a subcontract machining or precision engineering environment.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Completed a Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship (or equivalent).

Desirable

• HNC/HND in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.

What's on Offer

• £36,000 – £42,000 basic salary (depending on experience).
• Door‑to‑door pay with an OTE of around £50,000.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• 8% employer pension contribution.
• Private medical cover, life assurance (4× salary), and sick pay scheme.
• Paid overtime with enhanced weekday, weekend, and Sunday rates.
• Free parking, uniform provided, and a subsidised canteen.
• Standard hours: Monday to Friday, 08:15‑16:30.

If you're currently programming and setting CNC or mill/turn machines and are ready to develop your career into a customer‑facing technical applications role, we'd love to hear from you.

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