Job Description
Field Service Engineer - CNC Sliding Head & Fixed Head Lathes
Location: Essex / South East England | UK & Ireland Travel
Salary: £37,000 - £45,000 + Bonus + Company Car
The Opportunity
Are you a mechanically or electrically biased Engineer with a strong CNC machine-tool background?
We''re working with an established OEM machine-tool manufacturer looking to recruit a Field Service Engineer to join their team. Specialising in high-quality CNC turning machines, including sliding-head Swiss-type machines and fixed-head lathes. This is a varied field-based role focused primarily on machine installations, servicing, breakdowns and repairs.
The Role
- Carry out CNC machine installations, servicing, repairs and breakdown support.
- Work on sliding-head Swiss-type lathes and fixed-head CNC machines, including Miyano machines.
- Undertake mechanical repairs involving ball screws, bearings and other key machine components.
- Diagnose electrical faults involving E-stop circuits, door interlocks and machine safety systems.
- Carry out PLC testing, fault-finding and diagnostics.
- Support customers across the UK and Ireland, with regular travel and overnight stays.
- Deliver a professional and reliable service while building long-term technical expertise.
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience working with CNC machinery within a service, maintenance or engineering environment.
- Strong understanding of CNC machine tools and their operation.
- Mechanical or electrical engineering background - multi-skilled engineers preferred.
- Familiarity with Fanuc or Mitsubishi controls would be advantageous.
- Engineers from other CNC backgrounds, including laser or press brake machinery, will also be considered.
- A positive attitude, willingness to learn and flexibility to travel.
The Package
- £37,000 - £45,000 base (DOE) with potential of £15,000 + in bonuses.
- Company car with personal use - options include BMW hybrid models.
- Company laptop and tools.
- All travel and accommodation expenses covered, including meals.
- Tools provided.
If you''re a highly skilled Field Engineer looking to join a growing business where your expertise will be valued, get in touch with Chloe Hannah on (phone number removed) to find out more or apply today.
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