Field Service Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading instrument manufacturer in Eastbourne is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install, service, and repair scientific instruments. This role offers a salary of £35,000 - £40,000, with OTE of £50,000, and includes full OEM training and opportunities for international travel. Ideal candidates will have mechanical or electrical experience and a full UK driving licence. Join a company known for innovation and excellent benefits, while progressing your career in a specialized industry.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Career progression

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience with mechanical/electrical systems.
• Full UK Driving Licence and valid Passport.

Responsibilities

• Install, service and repair scientific instruments across the UK and internationally.
• Diagnose and repair faults to agreed turnaround times.
• Monday – Friday, days-based role with some UK and international travel.

Skills

Hands-on experience with mechanical systems

Confident using hand tools

Proficient with multimeters

Proficient with test equipment

Job description

Field Service Engineer
£35,000 - £40,000 (OTE £50,000) Overtime + Training + Progression + Excellent Benefits
Field Based (Commutable from Laughton, Lewes, Brighton, Eastbourne, surrounding areas)

Are you a mechanical/electrical engineer looking for a varied role within a leading Instrument manufacturer, offering full OEM training and international travel opportunities?

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a technically advanced range of electro‑mechanical equipment, providing installation, maintenance and repair services to customers across the UK and abroad.

You’ll receive full product training, continual professional development, and long‑term career progression within a global, well‑established organisation.

This industry‑leading company has been designing and manufacturing high‑quality scientific instruments for over 40 years. Supplying equipment to research institutions and industrial laboratories worldwide, they have built a reputation for innovation, reliability and customer service excellence.

This role would suit an electrically or mechanically skilled engineer with good hands‑on experience in servicing or maintaining technical equipment, looking to develop their skills in a highly specialised and growing industry.

The Role:

• Install, service and repair scientific instruments across the UK and internationally
• Diagnose and repair faults to agreed turnaround times
• Monday – Friday, days‑based role with some UK and international travel

The Person:

• Proven hands‑on experience with mechanical/electrical systems
• Confident using hand tools, multimeters and test equipment
• Full UK Driving Licence and valid Passport

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Alex Marks at Rise Technical Recruitment.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will depend on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.