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Electrical Biased Field Service Engineer - Rolling Stock

Shorterm Group

Leicester

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a skilled Electrical Biased Field Service Engineer to join a dynamic team in the rolling stock industry. This role offers the chance to travel nationwide, providing essential support across multiple depots while conducting hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical systems. Ideal candidates will thrive in a flexible environment, working 4 on / 4 off shifts, with the added benefit of a company vehicle. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers training and career development opportunities, making your contributions impactful in a vital industry.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card
Training and career development opportunities
Pension scheme
Company benefits package

Qualifications

  • Experience with rolling stock or industrial electrical systems is essential.
  • Must have a full UK driving license and be adaptable to travel.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct maintenance and repairs on electrical systems in rolling stock.
  • Provide remote technical support and assist maintenance teams nationwide.

Skills

Fault-finding skills
Diagnostic skills
Communication skills
Customer service skills

Education

Electrical engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND)

Job description

Great opportunity to get into the rolling stock industry!


Job Title: Electrical Biased Field Service Engineer
Location: Based out of Loughborough (Nationwide Travel Required)
Salary: £DOE
Shifts: 4 on / 4 off - Days & Nights (Including Weekends)
Company Vehicle: Van Provided


Job Overview:
We are looking for a skilled and flexible Electrical Biased Field Service Engineer to provide nationwide support across multiple depots. This role involves a mix of hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting electrical systems, and offering technical support via a help desk when required. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently.


Key Responsibilities:

  1. Conduct maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repairs on electrical systems in rolling stock and associated equipment.
  2. Provide technical support remotely via a help desk, assisting with fault finding and troubleshooting.
  3. Travel to various depots nationwide to support maintenance teams and resolve technical issues.
  4. Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on electrical and electronic systems.
  5. Work collaboratively with engineers, technicians, and depot teams to ensure efficient service delivery.
  6. Ensure all work is carried out safely and in compliance with industry regulations.
  7. Maintain accurate records of work completed and report on technical issues.

Requirements:

  1. Electrical engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
  2. Experience working on rolling stock, heavy plant, or industrial electrical systems.
  3. Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills in electrical and electronic systems.
  4. Ability to travel nationwide as required.
  5. Full UK driving licence (Company van provided).
  6. Comfortable working 4 on / 4 off shifts, including nights and weekends.
  7. Strong communication and customer service skills, both in-person and via help desk support.

Benefits:

  1. £DOE
  2. Company van and fuel card provided.
  3. Training and career development opportunities.
  4. Pension scheme and company benefits package.

If you're an experienced electrical engineer looking for a field-based role with variety and nationwide travel, apply today!


Contact details:
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PLEASE NOTE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TEST BEFORE BEING OFFERED A POSITION (this is standard procedure on Rail depots). Please note due to the volume of applications, we can only commit to contact those candidates we deem suitable for the position. However, we may retain your details and contact you in the future should suitable positions arise.

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