Electrical/ Electronic Field Service Engineer

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Pentrebach; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in combat vehicle systems is seeking a full-time Electrical / Electronic Field Service Engineer in Pentrebach, Wales. This role offers a competitive salary of £36,000 to £45,000 and responsibilities include technical support for vehicles, training staff, and conducting repairs. Ideal candidates will have automotive knowledge, excellent communication skills, and military electronic technician qualifications. Opportunities for further professional growth are supported by the company, which values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible benefits scheme

Personalised career development plan

Professional training and development courses

Flexible working environment

Company sports and social club

Qualifications

• Knowledge of automotive/electrical systems required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills essential.
• Experience with Tech/Electronic Engineering or similar disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Technical focal point for vehicle-related matters.
• Assess and recommend rectification for battle damage and warranty faults.
• Provision of training to new team members.

Skills

Demonstrable knowledge of automotive/electrical systems

Customer-focused communication skills

IT literate with working knowledge of MS Office

Ability to share knowledge within the team

Ability to achieve SC Clearance level

Willingness for personal furtherment

Experience in Tech/Electronic Engineering

Military Electronic Technician Class 1 / NVQ

Armoured vehicle/Turret experience

Education

Military Electronic Technician Class 1 / NVQ and/or City & Guilds Level 3

Job description

Description

General Dynamics Land Systems is looking for a full-time Electrical / Electronic Field Service Engineer to join our Engineering Team, based in Merthyr Tydfil. The successful candidate will earn a salary of £36,000 to £45,000 depending on experience and potential. This role suits someone with a proactive and positive mindset and a keen desire to grow professionally. The role is based at the GDLS-UK facility in Bovington and may require work at MoD/GDLS-UK facilities within the UK at the Company’s expense. There may also be opportunities to work overseas supporting routine maintenance and/or CONDO activities. While contracted to a 37.5-hour week, extended paid hours and weekend work may be required to support the programme.

Responsibilities

• Technical focal point for all vehicle related matters including modifications, Post Design Services (PDS), technical training and defect reporting (DRACAS).
• Assess battle damage, warranty faults and recommend rectification procedures.
• Provision of training to new team members and oversee/advise/mentor MOD AJAX personnel.
• Work with design/project engineers to develop optimised engineered solutions. Provide field feedback on technical issues and support System and Software Engineers in designing technical resolution.
• Carry out all levels of repairs on AJAX Variants (up to Level 4) and perform upgrades/modifications as per Design changes.
• Perform business support administration (timesheets, procurement of equipment, stocktaking, data collection and reporting) using provided IT systems.
• Document, maintain and improve Work Instructions (including IETP etc.).
• Work outside of a 9 to 5 routine (this could involve weekends).

To apply for this role you will require the following

• Demonstrable knowledge of automotive/electrical systems and how they work together
• Highly customer focused with good communication skills
• IT literate with working knowledge of MS Office
• Ability to share knowledge within the team
• Ability to achieve SC Clearance level
• Willingness to pursue personal furtherment to relevant professional qualifications
• Experience in Tech/Electronic Engineering or related discipline
• Military Electronic Technician Class 1 / NVQ and/or City & Guilds Level 3
• Armoured vehicle/Turret experience (e.g. Challenger, Warrior, CVR(T), AS90)

Our Company Benefits

• A flexible benefits scheme - allowing you to adapt your benefits to suit yours and your family’s needs
• A personalised career development plan, alongside regular progress reviews - supporting and valuing your progression within the Company
• Professional training and development courses, both internal and external - allowing you to reach your full potential
• A flexible working environment where your contributions are recognised and rewarded, which includes compressed hours, reduced hours and job share
• A Company sports and social club, offering events at discounted prices – giving you the opportunity to meet and socialise with your fellow colleagues outside the workplace

About General Dynamics UK

General Dynamics Land Systems is a global leader in providing products and support across the full spectrum of combat vehicles. Our global team has more than 6,000 employees working towards creating a diverse product portfolio delivering best-in-class capability to Armed Forces communities worldwide. In the UK, we employ more than 750 people and are leading the way in Armoured Fighting Vehicles and sustainment services. Our vision is documented and embedded into our culture, so all employees understand the Company’s direction and their role in achieving it. We are currently delivering the AJAX programme, providing 589 Armoured Fighting Vehicles in six variants to the British Army and have also developed and delivered 400 Foxhound vehicles - a highly-protected and mobile 4x4 platform with high-deployment availability. We believe in maintaining a diverse workplace – inclusive of beliefs, cultural background, job experiences, thoughts and ideas. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high performance team. As part of our commitment to inclusion and diversity we welcome applications from women, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and ethnic minority groups. We are a Disability Confident Employer, and offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.