EC&I Field Service Engineer

CHART COOLER SVC CO INC; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer is seeking an EC & Field Service Engineer based in the UK. The role involves delivering technical services, supervising technicians, and ensuring safety and quality. Ideal candidates will have experience with PLC programming and a strong focus on customer relationships. Benefits include generous leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Howden Pension with up to 7% employer contribution

Enhanced parental leave

Free onsite parking

Income protection

Wellbeing portal access

Qualifications

• Experience with PLC and HMI programming tools.
• Knowledge of communication protocols like Modbus and Profibus.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-level technical service to customers.
• Provide detailed Site Reports and supervise technicians.
• Follow health and safety procedures.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Communication protocols

Health and safety

Customer relationship management

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Location: Peterborough, England, United Kingdom, PE4 5HG

Based anywhere across the UK, the EC & Field Service Engineer will have 2 main responsibilities;

Who are we?

Chart Industries is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment servicing multiple applications in the clean energy and industrial gas markets. Chart employs over 11,700 people across 64 global manufacturing locations and 50+ service centres. Recognized for innovation and an expansive portfolio, Chart holds a global leadership position in process technologies with products and services in hydrogen, carbon capture, energy recovery, nuclear, water treatment, mining, and LNG, among others.

In 2023, Chart acquired Howden, a leading global engineering business. Since 1854, Howden has developed engineering solutions for industrial processes. Today, Howden provides mission-critical air and gas handling products, including compressors, blowers, fans, steam turbines, and rotary heat exchangers. The strategic union of Howden and Chart broadens our product and solution offerings across the Nexus of Clean—clean power, clean water, clean food, and clean industrials.

Together, we are advancing a sustainable future by helping our customers increase environmental and operational efficiencies and decarbonize. We have a strong corporate identity and a clear purpose—joining our team means shaping the future of the company and addressing some of the planet's most pressing issues.

What will you do?

Accountabilities:

• Deliver high-level technical and professional service to customers, emphasizing safety and quality, aiming for on-time, in-full, right-first-time delivery.
• Provide detailed Site Reports highlighting actions needed and opportunities for improvement.
• Supervise activities of Company or Customer-supplied Technicians, ensuring safety, site discipline, and activity management.
• Follow health and safety procedures and complete required risk assessments.

What do you bring?

Essential skills, knowledge, and behaviors:

• Experience with PLC and HMI programming tools such as Rockwell (Studio 5000, RS Logix 5000, Factory Talk, Logix 500), Siemens (PCS7, Step 7, WinCC, TIA Portal), Schneider (Control Expert / SCADA Expert), Governor – Woodward 505, AVR – Baslter DECs 200/250.
• Knowledge of communication protocols like Modbus RS485/TCP, Profibus, Profinet, Control Net, and basic TCP networking.
• Experience with power generation on Gensets 5-30MW, including governor and excitation systems, operational modes, and pressure regulation.
• Knowledge of site maintenance and repair of Steam Turbines.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain good customer relationships professionally.
• A strong focus on health and safety.
• Ability to supervise complex installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities.
• Teamwork and individual work capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical documentation including risk assessments, site reports, root cause analyses, method statements, and project plans.
• Experience working on international assignments, including non-English environments.
• Full UK driving license.

Desirable skills, knowledge, and behaviors:

• Knowledge of site installation and commissioning of Steam Turbines; training provided if needed.
• Previous offshore experience.
• Benefits include 33 days of annual leave, Howden Pension with up to 7% employer contribution, enhanced parental leave, free onsite parking, income protection, wellbeing portal access, and more.
• Participation in ESG initiatives like STEM ambassador and volunteering.

Chart is an equal opportunities employer

We are committed to equal opportunity in recruitment, selection, and promotion, regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, or disability.

Chart Industries, Inc. is a leading independent global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment for the Energy and Industrial Gas markets, supporting every phase of the liquid gas supply chain, including engineering, service, and repair.