Field Service Engineer

Linde Material Handling Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading material handling solutions provider based in the UK is seeking a Field Service Engineer to join their dynamic team. The role involves designing electric drive unit proposals, managing assemblies, diagnosing technical issues, and performing preventive maintenance on state-of-the-art material handling equipment, including forklifts. Applicants should have relevant technician experience, a full UK driving licence, and be comfortable with IT. Competitive salary with benefits including a company van and paid travel.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Long-term training and development opportunities

Paid travel with a company van

Discount scheme for major UK brands

Qualifications

• Experience as a vehicle or forklift technician, plant fitters/technicians, or mechanical engineer.
• Knowledge of plant equipment or agricultural machinery.
• Comfortable using IT equipment for maintaining records.

Responsibilities

• Design electric drive unit proposals and manage assemblies.
• Create technical drawings and support cross-functional teams.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues on the field.
• Perform preventive maintenance and essential check-ups.
• Travel to customer sites for hands-on service.

Skills

Vehicle or forklift technician experience

Knowledge of plant equipment

Comfortable using IT equipment

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Field Service Engineer – Linde Material Handling

Exciting career opportunity as a Field Service Engineer at Linde Material Handling. Based in the Cambridge area, you will design electric drive unit proposals, manage assemblies, create drawings and support cross‑functional teams. Your role will be hands‑on and problem‑solving focused: diagnose and resolve technical issues, ensure equipment operates at peak efficiency, and conduct preventive maintenance. You will travel to various customer locations to service Linde forklifts and other state‑of‑the‑art material handling equipment, building strong relationships and delivering exceptional support.

Responsibilities

• Design electric drive unit proposals and manage assemblies.
• Create technical drawings and support cross‑functional teams.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues on the field.
• Perform preventive maintenance, conducting essential check‑ups to keep fleets running smoothly.
• Travel to customer sites to provide hands‑on service and support.
• Work autonomously while maintaining effective teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience as a vehicle or forklift technician, plant fitters/technicians, or mechanical engineer.
• Knowledge of plant equipment, powered access equipment, agricultural machinery, motor vehicles, or industrial cleaners is highly desirable.
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) qualification is preferred but not essential.
• Comfortable using IT equipment and maintaining accurate records.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Option of a 40‑hour or 45‑hour working week, Monday to Friday. Shift premium and OT available for those that want it.
• 25 days of annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme with a 6% employer contribution and a minimum 4% employee contribution.
• Eligibility to participate in Employee Incentive Schemes.
• 6‑week induction providing world‑class training.
• Long‑term training and development plans, including opportunities for extended learning (degree level).
• Full forklift driver licence provided.
• Company laptop and phone supplied, along with all specialist tooling and PPE.
• Paid travel (door‑to‑door) with a company van and fuel card.
• Relationship‑based customer base with average travel of only around 30 minutes.
• Discount scheme with access to deals from UK’s largest brands.
• ‘Recommend a friend’ scheme – reward for referring a suitable candidate.

Location & Salary

Home based (UK). Salary c£58,000 (after qualifying period) plus car, allowances and benefits.