Field Service Engineer – Machine Tools (CNC / High-Tech Equipment) Home-based covering the North East region, You will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, training, maintenance, and service of high-end CNC machine tools (mills, grinders, lathes) for a leading manufacturing equipment company. This role involves extensive travel to customer sites, often with short notice, and occasionally work on weekends. Key Responsibilities Provide on-site and in-house support to customers: installation, commissioning, and system hand-over. Train customer personnel on machine operation, maintenance and best practice. Service, maintain and upgrade CNC machine tools at customer locations. Replace sub-assembly modules, control boards and components as needed. Perform scheduled and reactive maintenance, and support machine relocations if required. Travel at short notice to sites across the UK; stay away from home when required. Work independently, manage your own time and service schedule, and deliver high customer satisfaction and uptime for clients. Essential Skills & Experience Background in CNC machine tool servicing, maintenance or installation (mills, lathes, grinders) in a manufacturing environment. Strong mechanical aptitude. Good electrical / control-system understanding, particularly experience (or strong interest) in Siemens and Heidenhain CNC controls. Excellent fault-finding skills: mechanical, electrical and control software. Able to train customer staff and present technical information clearly. Self-motivated, comfortable working independently, and responsive to customer needs with short notice travel. Full UK driving licence. Willingness to work occasional weekends and be flexible with travel. Desirable/Bonus Skills Formal qualification in mechanical, electrical, mechatronics or similar (e.g., HNC, HND, City & Guilds). Previous field service engineer experience. Experience with high-end manufacturing equipment, automation systems, robotics or precision manufacturing. Familiarity with machine tool alignment, geometry, calibration and advanced diagnostics. Compensation & Benefits Base salary: £42,000-£46,000 (depending on experience). On-target earnings (OTE): up to £60,000. Standard 39-hour working week. ( Including travel) Overtime: flat rate Monday-Friday; x1.5 Saturday; x2 Sunday. Fully expensed company car + tools, laptop/phone. 25 days + Bank Holidays Company pension scheme, Life assurance. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Work Location: On the road Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * Company car * Company pension * On-site parking
Field Service Engineer - Machine Tools in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Teambuilder Recruitment Limited
As a Field Service Engineer with our international machine tool manufacturer, you will join a dynamic team that values innovation and employee development. With comprehensive training on CNC machines and woodworking equipment, alongside competitive benefits such as health insurance and a company bonus scheme, we foster a supportive work culture that encourages growth and collaboration. Our commitment to your professional journey, combined with the opportunity to travel across Southern UK, makes this an exciting and rewarding role for those seeking meaningful employment.
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