Field Service Engineer

Synergi Recruitment; England; Remote; GBP 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturer of filling and sealing equipment is seeking a Field Service Engineer to handle installations, servicing, and technical support. This role involves travel within the UK, Ireland, and Germany, providing comprehensive training and a competitive salary. The ideal candidate will have experience with automated machinery and strong mechanical skills, along with a proactive approach to customer service.

Benefits

£48,000 basic salary

Up to £11,000 annual bonus

Fully expensed company van and fuel card

Paid overtime and allowances

Full training and development in Germany

Long-term progression within a growing technical team

Qualifications

• Experience in service, maintenance, or commissioning of automated machinery.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills (PLC knowledge a plus).
• Proactive, customer-facing approach.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel regularly, including overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Installation and commissioning of food packaging machinery.
• Routine servicing and reactive breakdown support.
• Customer training and technical advice on-site.
• Liaison with German engineering teams for advanced support.
• Occasional stays away from home (fully expensed).

Skills

Experience in service, maintenance, or commissioning of automated machinery

Strong mechanical and electrical skills

Proactive, customer-facing approach

Full UK driving licence

Willingness to travel regularly

Job description

Field Service Engineer UK, Ireland & Germany.
£48,000 basic + up to £11,000 bonus | Company vehicle | Overtime | Manufacturer training.

Are you an experienced field service or maintenance engineer with a background in packaging or food machinery? Do you enjoy working independently, solving technical challenges, and travelling across the UK and Europe?

We're representing a global manufacturer of high-spec filling and sealing equipment, widely used across the FMCG and food production sector. As their UK operation continues to grow, they're looking to add a high-calibre Field Service Engineer to their team.

The Role:

This is a varied, hands-on role involving installation, commissioning, servicing and breakdown support at customer sites across the UK, Ireland, and occasionally Germany. You'll also attend training and product development sessions at the manufacturers German HQ.

Key Responsibilities:

• Installation and commissioning of food packaging machinery
• Routine servicing and reactive breakdown support
• Customer training and technical advice on-site
• Liaison with German engineering teams for advanced support
• Occasional stays away from home (fully expensed)

What You'll Need:

• Experience in service, maintenance, or commissioning of automated machinery
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills (PLC knowledge a plus)
• A proactive, customer-facing approach
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel regularly, including overnight stays

What's On Offer:

• £48,000 basic salary
• Up to £11,000 annual bonus based on performance
• Fully expensed company van, fuel card, tools and PPE
• Paid overtime and allowances
• Full training and development in Germany
• Long-term progression within a growing technical team

If you're a practical engineer who enjoys autonomy, technical variety, and international travel, this could be a great next step.

Apply now or get in touch to discuss this opportunity in more detail.