Service Engineer

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading machine tool and advanced manufacturing business seeking an experienced Service Engineer to support the installation, servicing, maintenance, and repair of high-performance 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining centres across the UK and, where required, internationally.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically capable engineer with strong CNC knowledge to join a growing organisation working with cutting-edge machining technology across aerospace, automotive, medical, precision engineering, and manufacturing environments.

The Role

• Install, commission, and service 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining centres at customer sites
• Carry out preventative maintenance and breakdown support on CNC machine tools
• Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and software faults efficiently
• Support machine alignments, calibrations, spindle checks, and geometric accuracy testing
• Provide technical support and training to customers when required
• Complete detailed service reports and documentation following each visit
• Work closely with internal technical support and engineering teams
• Support machine upgrades, retrofits, and automation integration projects
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety standards and customer expectations
• Travel throughout the UK and internationally as required

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working as a CNC Service Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Field Service Engineer, or similar
• Strong understanding of CNC machining centres, particularly 3-axis and 5-axis machines
• Ability to fault-find across electrical and mechanical systems
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Excellent customer-facing and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Passport and willingness to travel internationally