Field Service Engineer

Synergi Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install and service food packaging machinery across the UK, Ireland, and Germany. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in automated machinery and possess strong mechanical skills. This role offers a competitive salary with an annual bonus, full training, and opportunities for international travel and development within a growing technical team.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Paid overtime

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).
• Full UK driving license.
• 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

Customer-facing approach

PLC knowledge

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

• 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.