Electrical Field Service Engineer in Birmingham

Energy Jobline ZR; Park Central; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Pension scheme

Product training

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an Electrical Field Service Engineer to install, inspect, maintain and repair Hänel automated storage systems across the Basingstoke, Portsmouth and Crawley area. You will work onsite at customer sites using a company van.

The role requires 18th Edition, strong fault-finding, and a full UK driving license. You will perform electrical inspections, preventative maintenance, and system upgrades, while ensuring safety standards and accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• 18th Edition BS 7671 wiring regulations certification required.
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Full UK driving licence and safe isolation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical inspections on storage systems in line with current regulations.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance, servicing, and electrical repairs.
• Diagnose and rectify faults in electrical and control systems, including PLC issues.
• Support system upgrades and software updates.
• Assist with installation, wiring, and commissioning at customer sites.
• Respond promptly to emergency breakdowns and document results.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Provide technical support and basic customer training.
• Submit service reports with test results and documentation.
• Manage workload, travel, and scheduling efficiently.
• Maintain knowledge of Hänel systems and electrical components.
• Represent the company professionally with a customer-focused approach.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Schematics interpretation

PLC / industrial automation

Reading electrical drawings

Independent working

Education

18th Edition (BS 7671) Wiring Regulations certificate

Job description

Electrical Field Service Engineer £36'000 to £40'000 + Company van, pension scheme and excellent product training.

Role Overview

The Electrical Service Engineer is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of Hänel automated storage systems, with a strong focus on electrical systems, controls, and fault‑finding. This is a field‑based role covering the Basingstoke, Portsmouth, and Crawley area, working independently at customer sites to ensure equipment operates safely, reliably, and in compliance with current electrical regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical inspections on Hänel automated storage systems in line with current regulations.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance, annual servicing, and electrical repairs on Hänel units.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical and control system faults, including wiring, sensors, motors, and PLC‑related issues.
• Support and implement system upgrades, including electrical modifications and software updates.
• Assist with the installation, wiring, and commissioning of new systems at customer sites.
• Respond promptly to emergency breakdowns, prioritising electrical fault resolution.
• Ensure all work complies with current electrical standards and health & safety requirements.
• Provide technical support and basic operational training to customers.
• Accurately complete and submit service reports, including electrical test results and documentation.
• Manage personal workload, travel, and scheduling efficiently.
• Maintain and develop strong technical knowledge of Hänel systems and associated electrical components.
• Represent the company professionally, maintaining a customer‑focused and presentable approach.

Skills & Experience

• 18th Edition (BS 7671) Wiring Regulations certification - essential.
• Strong electrical fault‑finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with control systems, PLCs, and industrial automation (desirable).
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Good understanding of health & safety and safe isolation procedures.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Company van provided for business use.
• Ongoing product training and development.

Equality & Diversity

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.