Field Service Engineer

Engineering; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of innovative packaging solutions in the UK is seeking a Field Service Engineer to maintain and repair bag sealing machines across the UK and internationally. This role involves ensuring machine performance, responding to breakdowns, and promoting products while collaborating with the engineering support team. A recognised qualification in Mechanical Engineering and a valid UK driving licence is essential. The position offers a competitive salary of £41,000, professional development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £41,000

Benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Chance to work with cutting-edge machinery

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• A clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively, including overnight stays.
• Strong technical knowledge of machine specifications and standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining, repairing, and commissioning bag sealing machines.
• Responding to breakdowns and performing routine service visits.
• Collaborating with the engineering support team and adhering to safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Communication skills

Customer-focused mindset

Technical knowledge of engineering design

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Recognised qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Your new company

You\'ll be joining a leading provider of innovative packaging solutions, specialising in high-performance sealing equipment and consumables for the food industry. The company is committed to delivering exceptional quality, reliability, and customer service, ensuring its clients can maintain efficiency and compliance in their production processes.

Your new role

As a Field Service Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining, repairing, and commissioning bag sealing machines at customer sites across the UK and internationally. You\'ll respond to breakdowns, carry out installations, and perform routine service visits, ensuring machines operate at peak performance. Beyond technical support, you\'ll act as an ambassador for the brand, promoting equipment and consumables, seeking customer feedback, and identifying opportunities for upselling and growth. Collaboration with the engineering support team and adherence to health, safety, and quality standards will be central to your success.

What you\'ll need to succeed

• A recognised qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
• A clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively, including overnight stays and occasional international trips.
• Strong technical knowledge of engineering design, machine specifications, and standards.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Flexibility for occasional weekend work and out-of-hours calls.
• Desirable: Knowledge of both mechanical and electrical systems.

What you\'ll get in return

• Competitive salary of £41,000 and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and technical training.
• The chance to work with cutting-edge machinery in a dynamic and growing industry.
• A role that offers variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to travel.
• Being part of a supportive team that values innovation and customer excellence.

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