Field Service Engineer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier is seeking a Global Service Engineer to support advanced lubrication systems. Based in Chesterfield, you'll travel internationally and ensure customer satisfaction through installation, maintenance, and problem-solving expertise. The ideal candidate has an ONC in Engineering and strong mechanical skills. This role offers competitive salary and training opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Generous holiday entitlement

Overtime pay for UK-based work

Qualifications

• Minimum ONC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, HNC preferred.
• Hands-on experience and ability to work independently under pressure.
• Willingness to travel extensively in the UK and overseas.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, troubleshoot, repair, test, and maintain lubrication systems.
• Act as primary point of contact for customers, ensuring high satisfaction.
• Produce detailed engineering service reports.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Excellent communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Education

Minimum ONC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

HNC preferred

Tools

PLC control systems (Siemens & Schneider)

Job description

Global Service Engineer - Electrical Control Specialist

Chesterfield

£50,000 - £55,000 (Basic salary of £38,000)

Ready to take your engineering career global? Apply today and join a team that values expertise, adaptability, and customer excellence.

Are you an experienced Service Engineer with a strong background in electrical control systems? We’re looking for a dedicated professional to join a leading global supplier of advanced lubrication and coating equipment for the glass container industry.

Location: Based at our UK office in Chesterfield, with regular UK and international travel.

What You’ll Do

• Install, commission, troubleshoot, repair, test, and maintain precision lubrication and coating systems at customer sites worldwide.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction.
• Produce detailed engineering service reports to support quality standards and continuous improvement.
• Apply your knowledge of PLC control systems (Siemens & Schneider preferred) to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Participate in call-out cover alongside the engineering team.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum ONC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (HNC preferred), plus strong mechanical aptitude.
• Hands‑on experience with the ability to work independently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel extensively in the UK and overseas, often outside standard office hours.
• Proficiency in personal computing and ideally some PLC experience.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Excellent communication skills; foreign language ability is a bonus but not essential.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.
• Generous holiday entitlement, including annual Christmas closure.
• Additional payments for overseas travel time and on‑call allowance.
• Overtime pay for UK‑based work.