Applications Engineer

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Applications Engineer Location: UK & International Travel (Ideally based in Leicester)
Salary: 42,000 - 55,000 (DOE) + Company Car + OT + Expenses covered
Hours: 8:15- 5:30 (Monday - Thursday) 8:15-12:30 (Friday)

Are you a hands-on Application Engineer looking to work with an industry leader working in CNC, EDM and laser technology.

We 're looking for a technically minded engineer who enjoys problem-solving, research and development, and pushing the boundaries of manufacturing technology. This an opportunity to develop specialist processes and deliver bespoke solutions to customers worldwide.

The Role

• Develop machining processes and deliver turnkey solutions from initial technical discussions through to customer acceptance and sign-off.
• Design tooling, fixtures and engineering drawings using CAD software.
• Develop CNC programmes using CAM software, including bespoke sub programming and custom CNC languages .
• Carry out on-machine process development, probing, testing and machining trials.
• Support technical pre-sales, customer demonstrations and application development.

What We're Looking For

• A relevant engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification.
• Experience using CAD/CAM packages and producing detailed engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of manufacturing technologies and the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, geometric tolerances and datum systems.
• Experience in process development, research and development, or solving complex engineering challenges.
• Experience with CMM programming, EDM, laser processing, vision systems or 3D printing would be advantageous.
• Self-motivated, hardworking and passionate about engineering, with a practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving.

Package

• Competitive salary between 42,000 - 55,000 (DOE)