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Applications Engineer Location: Midlands (Field & Office-Based) Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 + Bonus + Company Car + Benefits Overview We are recruiting for an experienced Applications Engineer with a strong background in CNC machining and programming to support customers across the Midlands. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role focused on demonstrating machine capabilities, optimising machining processes, and providing technical expertise across a range of CNC solutions. Key Responsibilities Provide technical support and applications expertise for CNC machine tools Develop and prove out machining processes for customer components Program CNC machines (milling and/or turning) using offline and on-machine programming Deliver machine demonstrations, run-offs, and customer trials Support the sales team with technical input during the pre-sales process Advise customers on tooling, workholding, and process optimisation Troubleshoot machining issues and improve cycle times and efficiency Deliver customer training on machine operation and programming Work closely with internal engineering and service teams Requirements Proven experience working with CNC machines (milling and/or turning) Strong CNC programming experience (e.g. Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain) Background as an Applications Engineer, CNC Programmer, or Machinist Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Experience with CAD/CAM software (desirable) Strong problem-solving and process improvement skills Confident communicator with customer-facing experience Full UK driving licence What's on Offer 40,000 - 45,000 basic salary Performance-related bonus Company car or car allowance Pension and benefits package Opportunity to work with advanced CNC technologies Career progression within a growing engineering business 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. TPBN1_UKTJ