Applications Engineer (Specialist Machine Tools)
CV-LibraryCoventry, ENG, GBpermanentPosted: 2 April 2026
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Coventry | UK & Europe travel | £38,500–£45,000 + Company Car + Benefits | Permanent
A respected machine tool manufacturer specialising in advanced grinding technology is looking for an Applications Engineer. You'll be supporting customers across the UK and Europe with turnkey grinding projects - developing machining strategies, creating CNC programmes, supporting installations, and seeing projects through to successful machine acceptance.
What you'll be doing:
Developing tailored machining strategies for customer grinding projects
Producing CNC programmes (Fanuc experience preferred)
Managing and documenting First Article Inspections (FAI)
Delivering customer training and supporting machine acceptance and sign-off
Contributing to turnkey projects both on-site and remotely
Working closely with internal teams and European engineering colleagues
Regular travel to customer sites across the UK and Europe
What you need:
Solid engineering background with 4+ years in a machine tool environment
Previous experience as a Production Engineer or CNC Setter/Operator
Confident NC programming skills (Fanuc controls advantageous)
Proactive approach with strong communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Creep feed grinding experience beneficial but not essential
Familiarity with CAM and machine simulation software advantageous
What's on offer:
£38,500–£45,000 depending on experience
Company car
Private healthcare
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and development
Varied role with regular travel and direct customer interaction
Opportunity to work with advanced grinding technologies alongside a strong engineering team
This is a permanent position and a genuine step up for CNC machinists, programmers, or production engineers looking to move into a customer-facing applications role with an established industry leader.
Data Protection Notice: 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
Coventry | UK & Europe travel | £38,500–£45,000 + Company Car + Benefits | Permanent
A respected machine tool manufacturer specialising in advanced grinding technology is looking for an Applications Engineer. You'll be supporting customers across the UK and Europe with turnkey grinding projects - developing machining strategies, creating CNC programmes, supporting installations, and seeing projects through to successful machine acceptance.
What you'll be doing:
Developing tailored machining strategies for customer grinding projects
Producing CNC programmes (Fanuc experience preferred)
Managing and documenting First Article Inspections (FAI)
Delivering customer training and supporting machine acceptance and sign-off
Contributing to turnkey projects both on-site and remotely
Working closely with internal teams and European engineering colleagues
Regular travel to customer sites across the UK and Europe
What you need:
Solid engineering background with 4+ years in a machine tool environment
Previous experience as a Production Engineer or CNC Setter/Operator
Confident NC programming skills (Fanuc controls advantageous)
Proactive approach with strong communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Creep feed grinding experience beneficial but not essential
Familiarity with CAM and machine simulation software advantageous
What's on offer:
£38,500–£45,000 depending on experience
Company car
Private healthcare
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and development
Varied role with regular travel and direct customer interaction
Opportunity to work with advanced grinding technologies alongside a strong engineering team
This is a permanent position and a genuine step up for CNC machinists, programmers, or production engineers looking to move into a customer-facing applications role with an established industry leader.
Data Protection Notice: 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