Field Service Engineer

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Field Service Engineer to deliver precision calibration and repair services across the UK. The role involves hands-on problem-solving with process weighing systems, requiring travel and flexibility. Ideal candidates have a background in electrical engineering and experience in field service. A company vehicle and comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and pension plan, are provided.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Plan

Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Time-served engineer or equivalent hands-on field experience.
• Comfortable working under pressure and independently.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK and stay overnight as needed.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, commission, and troubleshoot on-site process weighing systems.
• Install and commission belt weighers and boiler leak detection systems.
• Complete service reports and calibration certificates before leaving site.

Skills

Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Service/Calibration of Process Weighing Equipment

Fault Finding on Weighing Systems

Electrical Diagnostics

Education

ONC or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION

As a Field Service Engineer at Procon Engineering (part of NOV Rig Equipment), you'll be the frontline expert delivering precision calibration, commissioning, and repair services across customer sites throughout the UK. In your role as a Field Service Engineer, you will be home based travelling to customer sites daily to undertake your work.

Working autonomously, you'll tackle complex challenges across a range of process weighing and measurement systems-bringing critical equipment back online with accuracy and efficiency.

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy hands-on problem-solving, independence, and contributing to industrial safety and performance.

What You'll Be Doing

Core Responsibilities:

• Calibrate, commission, and troubleshoot on-site process weighing systems using F1/M1 test weights, flow meters, and force calibration rigs
• Install and commission belt weighers and boiler leak detection systems
• Calibrate instruments for temperature, pressure, pH, conductivity, and magnet strength
• Perform off-site repairs of scales and balances at Procon HQ
• Complete service reports and calibration certificates before leaving site
• Ensure compliance with all NOV/Procon HSE policies and procedures

Occasional Duties:

• Support assembly and testing at HQ as needed
• Provide weekend cover (one in every three Saturdays)
• Collaborate with or support fellow engineers on joint service jobs
• Travel and overnight stays across the UK as required

What You Bring

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• ONC or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (HNC )
• Time-served engineer or equivalent hands-on field experience
• Strong background in service/calibration of process weighing equipment
• Comfortable working under pressure and independently
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK and stay overnight as needed

Desirable:

• Experience in temperature calibration
• Exposure to food hygiene environments
• Knowledge of scales and systems used in silos, platforms, and industrial control

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in fault finding on weighing systems
• Familiarity with electrical diagnostics and calibration equipment
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation

What We Offer

• Company vehicle, tools and equipment provided
• Full training on advanced calibration technologies
• Clear pathway for technical development
• Supportive and safety-first team culture
• Travel variety and hands-on engineering challenge

Note:

This role requires flexibility for travel, occasional overnight stays, and scheduled weekend availability. All candidates must hold a valid UK driving license.

At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Finance & Protection

• Pension Plan
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Personal Accident Coverage

Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family)

• Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Partner Life Assurance
• Critical Illness Cover
• Retail Vouchers
• Gym Membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Travel Insurance

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