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Entry Level CNC Applications Engineer

Gloucester
2 days ago
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Entry-Level Applications Engineer – CNC Machine Tools

£35,000–£45,000 + Company Car + Package

Midlands-Based (UK-Wide Travel)

Are you a skilled CNC machinist or programmer ready to take the next step in your career?

We’re working with a well-established machine tool business looking to recruit an entry-level Applications Engineer. This is a rare opportunity to move off the shop floor and into a customer-facing role, with full training provided on the applications side of the job.

The Role:

  • Support customers across the UK with the installation, programming, and optimisation of multi-axis CNC lathes and mills

  • Carry out both online and offline programming, including the use of CAD/CAM software

  • Deliver on-site support, demonstrations, and training

  • Work with a wide range of industries including aerospace, automotive, medical, and general subcontracting

  • Develop technical solutions that help customers improve their machining processes

    The Candidate:

  • Time-served or apprentice-trained CNC machinist

  • Competent in both online and offline programming of CNC lathes and/or mills

  • Comfortable using CAD/CAM software to create and modify programs

  • Willing to travel UK-wide (occasional nights away)

  • Full UK driving licence (no more than 3 points)

  • Professional, reliable, and keen to develop new skills

    What’s on Offer:

  • £35,000–£45,000 basic salary

  • Company car and full travel package

  • Ongoing support and training from experienced applications engineers

  • Long-term career prospects within a respected and growing machine tool supplier

    If you’re confident on the controls, skilled with CAD/CAM, and ready for a more varied and customer-facing role, this could be the ideal next step.

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