Machine Tool Service Engineer

Machine Tool Service Engineer We are seeking an electrically biased Service Engineer to join our team, focusing on clients within the Northwest (Manchester and Lancashire) area. While an electrical bias is preferred, we are open to candidates with a balanced 50/50 mechanical and electrical skill set, provided they possess expert-level knowledge of CNC controls. Requirements & Experience * Technical Expertise: Proficient in Heidenhain, Siemens, and Fanuc CNC Machine Tool Controls. * Customer Relations: A minimum of 3 years of experience in a customer-facing field service role. * Location: Must be based within or able to easily commute throughout the Northwest region. Compensation & Hours * Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience). * Door-to-Door Pay: Engineers are paid for all travel time. * Standard Week: 38 hours. * Monday – Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00 * Friday: 08:00 – 12:00 * Overtime Rates: * Weekdays (outside core hours): 1.33x * Saturdays: 1.5x * Sundays: Double Time Benefits & Equipment * Vehicle: Ford Transit Van (available for optional personal use; P11D applies). * Tools: Company mobile phone and laptop provided. * Holidays: 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays. * Healthcare: Private healthcare coverage (available after 6 months, with family add-on options). * Pension: Competitive scheme (8% Employer / 5% Employee contribution). * Additional: Annual bonus scheme and SSP (after the first 3 days of absence). * Support: Full hotel and fuel cards provided; all bona fide expenses reimbursed. Development We are committed to technician growth, providing comprehensive in-house and manufacturer-specific training to ensure you stay at the forefront of CNC technology.. Smart Search Technical is a specialist recruitment company operating in technical engineering sectors across the UK & beyond. Founded in 2024, our mission is to simplify the recruitment process for both job seekers and employers, leveraging our extensive knowledge, connections and experience. By applying for this position, you consent to be contacted by our organisation if your qualifications align with the requirements for any role we represent