Field Technical Engineer - Metalworking Fluids and CNC

Witan Search; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Ongoing technical training

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Witan Search is seeking a field-based technical professional to service and optimize metalworking fluids across customer sites in the UK. You will blend hands-on fluid management with strong customer relationship building, supporting production teams and engineering staff on site.

The role requires CNC milling/precision engineering understanding, independent field work, and clear reporting. You will travel regionally, manage schedules, and contribute to product trials and improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience with metalworking fluids or related technical products.
• Understanding of CNC machining and precision engineering operations.
• Experience carrying out on-site testing and fluid condition monitoring.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently in a field-based role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site servicing and monitoring of metalworking fluids, coolants, lubricants, and cleaning systems
• Perform fluid analysis including pH, concentration, contamination, tramp oil, and bacterial testing
• Troubleshoot machining and fluid performance issues to improve tool life and process efficiency
• Deliver clear technical reports and maintain accurate service documentation
• Support product trials, new implementations, and customer training activities
• Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts through additional products and services
• Build strong customer relationships across manufacturing and engineering environments
• Manage your own regional visit schedule while maintaining high service standards

Skills

Metalworking fluids

CNC machining

On-site testing

Communication

Independent field-based work

IT & reporting

Education

Engineering or technical qualification

Job description

Witan Search is seeking a field-based technical professional to service and optimize metalworking fluids across customer sites in the UK. You will blend hands-on fluid management with strong customer relationship building, supporting production teams and engineering staff on site.

The role requires CNC milling/precision engineering understanding, independent field work, and clear reporting. You will travel regionally, manage schedules, and contribute to product trials and improvements.