Service Engineer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of CNC machinery is seeking a skilled Servicing Engineer to join their field-based team in the North East. You will perform maintenance on CNC machines, diagnose faults, and maintain client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a recognised apprenticeship and experience with CNC machines. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including a company van, health insurance, and 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company van

Life assurance

Private health insurance

Gym and retail discounts

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Qualified engineer with a recognised apprenticeship.
• Based in the North East (Newcastle/Durham/Sunderland area).
• Previous experience in CNC machine tool maintenance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance on CNC machines.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to ensure optimal machine performance.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients.

Skills

CNC turning and milling machines

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Recognised apprenticeship

Tools

CNC controls (Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain)

Job description

Servicing Engineer - CNC Machinery (North East)

Location: North East England (ideally near the M1 corridor - Newcastle, Durham, Sunderland)
Employment Type: Full-time, Field-Based
Benefits: Competitive salary, company van, life assurance, private health insurance, gym and retail discounts, 25 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)

A leading provider of CNC machine tools and automation solutions is seeking a skilled and motivated Servicing Engineer to join their expanding field-based team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to take the next step in their career with a company renowned for its high-quality machinery and exceptional service support across industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, and precision engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled maintenance on CNC machines (including lathes and machining centres)
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to ensure optimal machine performance
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients
• Ensure full compliance with internal health and safety protocols
• Share technical insights and updates in line with internal quality processes

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Qualified engineer with a recognised apprenticeship
• Based in the North East (Newcastle/Durham/Sunderland area)
• Strong communicator with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Experience with CNC turning and milling machines
• Familiarity with CNC controls such as Fanuc, Siemens, or Heidenhain (desirable)
• Previous experience in CNC machine tool maintenance (desirable)

This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you're passionate about engineering and customer service, and you're ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.