CNC Sliding Head Engineer

Posted 04 December 2025
Salary Up to £35000 per annum
LocationLeeds
Job type Permanent
Discipline Medical
Reference68350_1764841317

Job description

Job Role: CNC Sliding Head Engineer





Location: Leeds




Salary: £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)



Metalis are currently working with a well-established and growing manufacturer, who are looking for an experienced CNC Sliding Head Engineer to join their team. They are currently going through a great period of growth and are looking to strengthen their machining department.



Job Duties:

  • Set up and operate sliding head CNC lathes
  • Create, edit, and optimize CNC programs (G-code or CAM-based)
  • Select appropriate tooling and inserts based on material and design requirements
  • Carry out in-process and final inspection using measuring equipment
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance on machinery
  • Read and work from engineering drawings
  • Work to tight tolerances



Job Requirements:

  • Experience using Sliding Head machines
  • Able to set, operate and program
  • Able to read engineering drawings
  • Experience working with metals and plastics



Salary & Shift:

  • £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)
  • Days - Monday to Thursday, 7am - 3:30pm & Friday, 7am - 2:30pm
  • Afternoons - Monday to Thursday, 3pm - 11pm & Friday, 2:30pm - 10pm
  • Overtime (when available)



If this role is of interest to you, please apply with your CV!