At a Glance
- Tasks: Install, repair, and maintain CNC machine tools while providing top-notch customer support.
- Company: Join a leading engineering firm with a focus on innovation and career growth.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, overtime, company vehicle, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Travel opportunities and training provided for continuous professional development.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic field-based role with plenty of variety.
- Qualifications: Experience with CNC machinery and strong mechanical skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 55000 £ per year.
Location: Manchester and surrounding areas
Pay Range/details: Circa £55,000 OTE
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical CNC Service Engineer to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical CNC Service Engineer who is looking for a field-based role with variety, autonomy, and excellent career development prospects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out installation and commissioning of CNC machine tools
- Diagnose and repair mechanical faults on CNC machinery
- Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing
- Conduct machine alignments, geometry checks, and accuracy testing
- Support troubleshooting of CNC controls including Heidenhain, Siemens SINUMERIK, and Fanuc
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics
- Replace and adjust mechanical components such as ball screws, linear guides, bearings, spindles, tool changers, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
- Conduct root cause analysis and provide corrective actions
- Provide technical support and training to customers where required
- Complete service reports and documentation accurately and promptly
- Liaise with internal departments regarding parts, technical issues, and scheduling
- Maintain company tools, equipment, and vehicle in good condition
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and site procedures
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Proven experience servicing and repairing CNC machine tools
- Strong mechanical engineering background
- Hands-on experience with CNC controls Heidenhain, Siemens SINUMERIK, and Fanuc
- Ability to diagnose mechanical and basic electrical faults
- Experience with machine geometry, precision alignment, hydraulics, pneumatics, and lubrication systems
- Ability to work independently in a field-based environment
- Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel with overnight stays
- Apprentice-trained engineer or equivalent qualification is desirable
- HNC/HND or NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is desirable
- Experience with multi-axis machining centres, turning centres, PLC fault-finding, and laser calibration is advantageous
What we can offer:
- Competitive salary
- Overtime opportunities
- Company vehicle
- Pension scheme
- Private healthcare
- Company bonus scheme
- Training and manufacturer courses
- Tools, laptop, and mobile phone provided
- Expenses covered weekly
- Hotel and fuel cards
For more information on this role, please contact Charlie Boulton or send a copy of your CV.
Candidates who are currently a Mechanical Field Service Engineer, CNC Service Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Field Service Engineer (Machine Tools) or similar may be suitable for this position.
Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job-seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.
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Join a dynamic team as a Mechanical CNC Service Engineer in Manchester, where you'll enjoy a competitive salary and a range of benefits including private healthcare and a company vehicle. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring you can advance your career while enjoying the autonomy and variety that comes with a field-based role.
