Electrical Service Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer seeks an Electrical Service Engineer to join their Derby facility. The role involves installation, repair, and servicing of metal-forming machinery, requiring travel throughout the UK and internationally. Candidates should have a technical apprenticeship and strong fault diagnosis skills, with opportunities for career advancement in a stable environment.

Benefits

Company Pension

Life Insurance

33 Days Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised technical apprenticeship.
• Ability to diagnose hardware faults on AC and DC circuits.

Responsibilities

• Installation, repair, servicing, and inspection of machinery.
• Providing technical support and training to customers.
• Completing technical reports and compliance with H&S guidelines.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Fault Diagnosis

Communication

Education

HNC Level Qualification

Tools

Siemens PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

Fuji PLC

Pilz PLC

Beckhoff PLC

MS Office

MS Teams

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Vacancy: Electrical Service Engineer (UK and International)

Aida Engineering are a global manufacturer of metal-forming machinery, with operations in 39 cities across 19 countries

The Role:

Will involve regular travel throughout the UK, some international travel will also be required for initial training and ongoing customer support. The main duties will be the installation, repair, servicing and inspection of metal-forming machinery and associated automation equipment. The role is based at our Derby facility, however work will generally take place at our customer sites, which include automobile manufacturers and the associated supply chains. The position offers stable employment with opportunities for career advancement, within a very successful and long-established global leader in the metal forming industry.

Key job requirements and responsibilities:

• Front line trouble shooting and fault rectification.
• Equipment inspection and testing.
• Carrying out planned maintenance and servicing activities.
• Installation of new equipment and re-location of existing equipment.
• Providing technical support, instructions and training to customers.
• Carrying out software and hardware changes / upgrades.
• Completing technical reports, timesheets and expense reports, etc.
• Compliance with all relevant H&S guidelines and regulations.
• Flexibility, including willingness to travel and work overtime when required.
• Respond to service requests promptly and maintain effective communication with associates and clients to ensure customer satisfaction.

Personal requirements, qualifications / skills and experience:

The candidate will have completed a recognised technical apprenticeship and ideally be qualified to HNC level or above.

• The ability to diagnose hardware faults on AC and DC circuits using schematic diagrams.
• The ability to perform fault diagnosis and modifications on PLC systems.
• A full UK Driving licence (6 points or less).
• The ability to travel and stay away overnight, sometimes at short notice.
• The ability to work unsupervised and under pressure.

Preferred Requirements:

• A background in electrical / electronic maintenance on metal-forming equipment, machine tools or automation equipment.
• Experience of using Siemens, Mitsubishi, Fuji, Pilz, Beckhoff, PLC systems.
• A good understanding of fault finding and commissioning on servo drive systems.
• Strong IT skills with proficiency in MS Office and Teams.
• A basic working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective customer interaction

Position:

Full time

Working Hours:
40 hours per week Monday to Friday (Plus paid overtime, as and when required).

45-55k

• Company pension
• Life insurance
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays