Field Service Engineer

Pioneering People; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider is seeking a Field Service Engineer/Installer to cover Scotland and North England. You will perform maintenance, installation, and support for innovative mechanical solutions, offering a competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and career progression. The role requires excellent communication skills, IT literacy, and a flexible approach to varying hours including nights and weekends.

Benefits

Competitive salary of up to £35,000 per annum

Full product training

Pension scheme

Company van, tools, mobile phone & laptop

Ongoing career development

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical/electronic service and maintenance.
• Confidence using plastics and small tools.
• Ability to follow procedures and manage multiple tasks.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned service and maintenance visits.
• Complete pre-installation tasks and undertake small installation projects.
• Deliver corrective and reactive maintenance when breakdowns occur.
• Record accurate service reports and documentation.
• Promote system upgrades to maximise uptime.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical/electronic service and maintenance

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

IT literacy

Flexibility

Education

A-Level or equivalent qualification

Tools

Handheld equipment

Job description

Field Service Engineer / Installer | Scotland & North of England | Up to £35K & Great Benefits
Travel Required | Leading UK Technical Solutions Provider

Are you a hands‑on technical expert who thrives on solving problems, working independently, and delivering outstanding service to customers? If you love variety, field‑based work, and keeping essential systems running smoothly, this could be the perfect opportunity.

We’re partnering with a well‑established UK technology provider to recruit a Field Service Engineer/Installer covering Scotland and the North of England. You’ll become a crucial part of a growing service team delivering innovative automated and mechanical solutions across a wide customer base.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary of up to £35,000 per annum + overtime opportunities
• Full product training
• Pension scheme
• Company van, tools, mobile phone & laptop
• Ongoing career development and progression opportunities

The Field Service Engineer Role:

This role is all about keeping systems running at their best. You’ll be responsible for:

• Carrying out planned service and maintenance visits
• Completing pre‑installation tasks and undertaking small installation projects
• Delivering corrective and reactive maintenance when breakdowns occur
• Recording accurate service reports and documentation
• Delivering internal and external customer training where required
• Promoting system upgrades and improvements to maximise uptime and satisfaction
• Collaborating with the sales team to help drive revenue growth
• Travelling throughout your region, and occasionally across the UK
• Potentially travelling globally when needed
• Some jobs will require working nights, weekends, and staying away from home — flexibility is essential.

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience in mechanical and electrical/electronic service and maintenance
• Confidence using plastics, small tools, and handheld equipment
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a willingness to learn
• Excellent communication and customer‑facing abilities
• IT literacy (Microsoft Office, reporting systems, etc.)
• Ability to follow procedures, plan effectively, and manage multiple tasks
• Flexibility to support reactive breakdown work
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to pass an enhanced DBS check

Bonus Skills

• Basic electrical knowledge
• Previous experience in field service engineering
• A-Level or equivalent qualification

Ready to take your engineering skills on the road?

Apply today and join a team where your expertise makes a real difference every day.