Maintenance Engineer (CNC Machines)

Additional Resources; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision manufacturing firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Maintenance Engineer specializing in CNC machines. In this role, you will provide expert mechanical maintenance and repair for CNC and specialist machinery, ensuring minimal downtime through efficient diagnosis and resolution of breakdowns. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment and expertise in maintaining multi-axis CNC equipment. This full-time position offers a salary of £35,000, with a structured working week of 37.5 hours.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with CNC machinery.
• Proven ability in fault finding and repair of multi-axis CNC machines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical maintenance across CNC and precision engineering equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve breakdowns efficiently.
• Undertake planned preventative maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Fault finding

CNC machinery maintenance

Mechanical repairs

Support across company sites

Tools

Fanuc control systems

Siemens control systems

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer (CNC Machines) to join a well-established company specialising in precision manufacturing and advanced machinery maintenance solutions.

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for providing expert mechanical maintenance and repair support with a wide range of CNC and specialist machinery.

This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £35,000 and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Delivering mechanical maintenance across CNC and precision engineering equipment
• Carrying out repairs to mechanical components such as gearboxes, shafts, pumps, drive chains and bearings
• Diagnosing and resolving breakdowns efficiently to minimise production downtime
• Undertaking planned preventative maintenance activities and machinery refurbishments
• Performing mechanical fault finding, including PLC interrogation where required
• Ensuring all work complies with current health, safety and legal standards
• Supporting maintenance operations across multiple company sites in the Leicester area

What We Are Looking For

• Previously worked as a Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Technician, Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, CNC Service Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, or in a similar role
• Have proven experience of 3 years in an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Possess hands‑on experience maintaining CNC machinery
• Skilled in fault finding and repair of multi‑axis CNC machines
• Working knowledge of Fanuc and Siemens control systems
• Up‑to‑date understanding of current and emerging maintenance technologies

Shift

• Timings: 6am - 2pm
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected engineering business and further your career within mechanical maintenance