CNC Applications Engineer
CV-LibraryMK13, Bradwell, Milton KeynespermanentPosted: 25 June 2026
Apply NowWe’re looking for a CNC Applications Engineer to join a CNC machinery business in Milton Keynes.
This is a role suited to someone with proven CNC machining experience, as you will be taking components from CAD model or drawing through to programming, machining and finished production.
What’s on offer?
* £45,000 – £55,000 p/a
* Mon – Fri | 9am – 5pm
* Flexible working hours
* One day working from home per week
* Collective bonus scheme
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Christmas shutdown, separate from the holiday allowance
* 5% pension
* Private healthcare
* Work laptop and phone
What will you be doing as a CNC Applications Engineer?
* Assessing drawings and CAD models to determine the best machining approach
* Taking components through programming, machine setup and finished production
* Completing feasibility studies, sample machining and proof-of-concept work
* Demonstrating 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machine capabilities
* Advising on tooling, cutting strategies, workholding and process improvements
* Troubleshooting machining issues and recommending corrective action
* Providing technical guidance and machine training to customers
* Working with machine, tooling and software suppliers to develop manufacturing solutions
* Producing demonstration parts and application examples
What will you need?
* Proven CNC machining experience
* Ability to take a component from CAD model or drawing through to finished part
* Strong CNC programming, machine setup, tooling and machining knowledge
* Experience working directly with customers in a technical or applications environment
* Ability to communicate with customers, sales teams, suppliers and internal departments
* Full UK driving licence
* Willingness to travel to customer sites and Germany when required
Interested?
Apply today or speak with Jack Lawrence at KPJ Group for more information between 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday.
KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 50 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care however due to the high volume of applications are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted
This is a role suited to someone with proven CNC machining experience, as you will be taking components from CAD model or drawing through to programming, machining and finished production.
What’s on offer?
* £45,000 – £55,000 p/a
* Mon – Fri | 9am – 5pm
* Flexible working hours
* One day working from home per week
* Collective bonus scheme
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Christmas shutdown, separate from the holiday allowance
* 5% pension
* Private healthcare
* Work laptop and phone
What will you be doing as a CNC Applications Engineer?
* Assessing drawings and CAD models to determine the best machining approach
* Taking components through programming, machine setup and finished production
* Completing feasibility studies, sample machining and proof-of-concept work
* Demonstrating 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machine capabilities
* Advising on tooling, cutting strategies, workholding and process improvements
* Troubleshooting machining issues and recommending corrective action
* Providing technical guidance and machine training to customers
* Working with machine, tooling and software suppliers to develop manufacturing solutions
* Producing demonstration parts and application examples
What will you need?
* Proven CNC machining experience
* Ability to take a component from CAD model or drawing through to finished part
* Strong CNC programming, machine setup, tooling and machining knowledge
* Experience working directly with customers in a technical or applications environment
* Ability to communicate with customers, sales teams, suppliers and internal departments
* Full UK driving licence
* Willingness to travel to customer sites and Germany when required
Interested?
Apply today or speak with Jack Lawrence at KPJ Group for more information between 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday.
KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 50 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care however due to the high volume of applications are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted