Application Engineer - CNC

Applications Engineer – CNC Turning (Machine Tools)

Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.

Location: Coventry (with UK & European travel)

Salary: £45–57k + Company Car + Pension + Healthcare

A leading CNC machine tool and automation solutions provider is expanding its team and is looking for an experienced Applications Engineer with a strong turning background to support high-end turnkey projects across the UK and Europe.

The Role

This is a hands-on, customer-facing role where your expertise in CNC turning will take centre stage. You’ll play a key part in delivering complete turnkey solutions—from developing machining strategies and programming to on-site commissioning and training.

Key Responsibilities

Develop efficient turning strategies and CNC programs (Fanuc / Okuma preferred)

Run prove-outs and carry out First Article Inspections

Ensure all project requirements and quality benchmarks are met

Deliver on-site training to customer operators and programmers

Support integration of CAM software and simulation tools

Travel across the UK and Europe as needed

About You

4+ years’ experience in CNC machine tools or production engineering

Strong background in CNC turning – ideally with programming and/or setting experience

Skilled in Fanuc and/or Okuma controls

Confident communicator who’s self-driven and organised

CAM experience a plus, but not essential

What’s on Offer

Direct involvement in advanced CNC turning and automation projects

£45–57k salary + company car + pension + private healthcare

A collaborative, supportive team with real progression opportunities

Enjoy solving complex machining challenges and working with the latest CNC technology? Apply now and bring your turning skills to a business at the forefront of engineering innovation.

By applying for this position, you consent to Recruit Engineering processing and storing your personal data, including your CV, contact details, and any other relevant information, for the purpose of providing work-finding services. This consent includes forwarding your details to our clients and storing your information on our recruitment software database. Your consent will last for two years, and you can withdraw it at any time by contacting us in writing or via email