CNC Applications Engineer

Company Profile
A specialist manufacturer and UK & Ireland hub for advanced CNC sliding-head and mill-turn turning centres, supporting machine sales, applications engineering, service, spares and customer training.

Backed by a global group, the business continues to invest heavily in next-generation MillTurn / driven tooling technology, automation-ready platforms and high-level applications support.

Customers span aerospace, medical, automotive, defence, energy and high-precision subcontract machining.

This is an engineer-led business where real-world CNC Machining experience is valued.

Engineers are trusted to take ownership, supported with in-depth product training and encouraged to solve genuine machining challenges alongside customers.

Job Profile
As an Applications Engineer, you will support customers and internal teams by delivering hands-on CNC applications support, programming, prove-outs, demonstrations and training on advanced CNC Turning platforms.

Duties
* Provide on-site applications support including machine set-up, prove-outs and optimisation
* Program, set and support CNC Turning machines with driven tooling / MillTurn capability
* Deliver customer and dealer demonstrations on sliding-head and mill-turn lathes
* Develop and refine machining strategies and CNC programs
* Produce accurate cycle time and process studies
* Support machine installations, handovers and operator training
* Provide remote technical support when required
* Support exhibitions, open days and technical events as needed

Skills & Attributes:
* Strong hands-on experience as a CNC Programmer Setter Operator / CNC Machinist / CNC Turner
* Proven background in CNC Turning, with MillTurn / driven tooling or Sliding Head experience
* Confident CNC Programming at the machine (control-based programming essential)
* Excellent understanding of tooling, cutting data, workholding and process optimisation
* Practical, solution-focused approach to machining challenges
* Comfortable dealing directly with customers and delivering training
* Able to work independently in a fully remote role
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly

Education / Certificates
* Apprenticeship or time-served background in CNC Machining / Precision Engineering preferred
* Formal CNC or Manufacturing qualifications beneficial but not essential

Hours of Work
* Monday to Friday, 37-hour week (theoretical)
* Fully remote role, working from home with regular UK & Ireland travel
* Flexibility required to meet customer and project needs
* Occasional overseas travel as experience develops

Interested?
If you’re a hands-on CNC Machinist / CNC Turner who enjoys complex MillTurn or Sliding Head CNC Machining, this is a role where your expertise genuinely matters. You’ll work remotely, support leading precision manufacturers, and be backed by high-end technology, proper training and a business that respects engineering skill.

This role offers autonomy, variety and strong earning potential, alongside a quality tools-and-car package and long-term career progression.

Benefits
* 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (33 total)
* Company pension (6% salary sacrifice)
* Healthcare & medical cover
* Profit-related bonus scheme
* Annual or bi-annual bonuses (role dependent)
* Fully remote role with modern working practices
* Ongoing training and career development
* Company car provided (BMW 330 PHEV – business use funded)
* IT equipment, tools and workwear provided
* Strong team culture with hands-on, supportive management
* Additional company incentives

Location: Remote - United Kingdom

Skills required for this job:

• Computer numerical control programming (CNC programming)
• Precision engineering
• Remote technical support