Machine Service Engineer

Manchester
1 month ago
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Our client is a market-leading supplier of advanced machine tools across a wide range of manufacturing sectors - including aerospace, defence, oil & gas, nuclear, automotive, and medical. Representing premium machine tool manufacturers, our client provides machine installations, removals, repairs, maintenance, training, and full lifecycle support. With a team of over 20 highly skilled engineers, they are recognised for their focus on technical excellence, fast response, and outstanding customer satisfaction.

Role Overview

Our client is seeking an Electrically Biased Machine Service Engineer to join their growing UK field service team. This is a customer-facing, field-based role supporting clients across the Manchester and surrounding North West region.
The ideal candidate will have strong electrical and mechanical skills, experience working on CNC machine tools or comparable industrial equipment, and the ability to work independently with professionalism and attention to detail.
This position offers door-to-door pay, extensive overtime opportunities, ongoing training, and long-term progression within a respected engineering organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Service & Maintenance

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and servicing of CNC machine tools.

Perform diagnostic work on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Execute machine tool repairs on-site, ensuring minimal downtime for customers.

Conduct full machine installations, commissioning, and removals.

Technical Support

Troubleshoot issues using schematics, technical manuals, electrical diagrams, fault-finding equipment, PLC interfaces, and diagnostic tools.

Provide high-quality technical support to customers, both remotely and on-site.

Prepare accurate service reports, job sheets, and parts usage documentation.

Customer Engagement

Represent the company professionally on customer sites at all times.

Communicate clearly with clients regarding work completed, repair findings, and future recommendations.

Maintain strong working relationships with end users, supervisors, and site managers.

Compliance & Safety

Work safely according to company and client procedures.

Ensure correct use of tools, PPE, and testing equipment.

Promote the company, its suppliers, and its manufacturers at all times.

Skills & Experience Required

Essential

Proven experience as a Field Service Engineer or Service Technician.

Strong electrical bias - ideally with fault-finding experience on industrial equipment.

Background in servicing CNC machines, machine tools, precision engineering machinery, or similar technical equipment.

Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.

Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and OEM documentation.

Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Comfortable working independently and travelling regularly to customer sites.

Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

Experience working with CNC machine brands such as Correa, CMZ, GER, Meco, Geminis, or Honor Seiki.

Knowledge of PLCs, servo motors, drives, controllers, and industrial automation systems.

Experience with machine installations, relocations, and commissioning.

Formal qualifications in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineering.

Hours, Pay & Overtime

Monday - Thursday: 08:00-17:00 (30-minute unpaid lunch)

Friday: 08:00-12:00

Total: 38 hours per week

Door-to-door payment for all travel

Overtime rates:

Mon-Fri outside normal hours: 1.333x

Saturday: 1.5x

Sunday: 2x (double time)

Benefits

Company Vehicle: Ford Transit Van (personal use optional - P11D applies)

Private Healthcare: Free after 6 months (option to add family members)

Pension: 5% employee / 8% employer

Bonus Scheme: Company performance related

Holidays: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Tools & Equipment: Company laptop and mobile phone

Expenses: Covered against bona fide receipts; hotel/fuel cards provided

Training: Comprehensive in-house and manufacturer training

Attributes We Look For

Professional, reliable, and customer-focused

Strong safety awareness

Excellent technical aptitude

Willingness to travel and work flexible hours when required

Ability to work unsupervised and manage own workload

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