Machine Tool Service Engineer
Role: Machine Tool Service Engineer
Location: Leeds/Field Based
Salary: Up to -50,000 depending on experience
Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Machine Tool Service Engineer to support the installation, maintenance, and repair of CNC and conventional machine tools across our customer base. This is a field-based role requiring a proactive individual who can work independently while delivering a high standard of technical support and customer service. The successful candidate will play a key role in minimising downtime, ensuring equipment performance, and maintaining strong client relationships.
Responsibilities include:
- Install, commission, and test new machine tools at customer sites
- Diagnose faults and carry out mechanical, electrical, and control system repairs
- Perform routine servicing and preventative maintenance
- Provide technical support and guidance to customers on machine operation
- Complete detailed service reports and maintain accurate documentation
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure efficient service delivery
- Always adhere to health and safety standards
Skills & Experience:
- Strong fault-finding ability across mechanical and electrical systems
- Knowledge of CNC control systems (e.g., Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain)
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
- Good communication and customer-facing skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
- Proven experience servicing CNC or conventional machine tools
- Previous field service experience is highly desirable
- Experience with PLC systems or programming is advantageous
- Full UK driving licence required
- Willingness to travel and stay overnight when necessary
WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide.
WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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