Field Service Engineer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering firm is seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to join their national service team. The role involves servicing and maintaining diesel generator systems across the UK. Candidates should have strong fault-finding skills, a full UK driving licence, and an ability to work independently. This position offers competitive salary, flexible working options, and overtime opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with generator systems, ideally diesel-powered.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a national travel schedule.

Responsibilities

• Be the primary point of contact for on-site service and maintenance.
• Travel across the UK to customer sites for servicing.
• Perform routine servicing and repairs on generator systems.

Skills

Experience with generator systems

Fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

Field Service Engineer - Power Systems | UK Travel

Sector: Engineering & Technology

Location: Field-based across the UK (with flexible working options)

Salary: Competitive + Overtime + Benefits

Type: Permanent | Full-Time (37.5 hours/week)

Are you an experienced Field Service Engineer with a background in generator systems? We\'re working with a well-established engineering firm that specialises in power solutions and is seeking a dedicated professional to join their national service team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, variety, and travel. You\'ll be responsible for servicing and maintaining generator systems across the UK, with a focus on diesel-powered units.

Responsibilities

• As the UK Field Service Engineer, be the primary point of contact for on-site service, maintenance, and troubleshooting of generator systems.
• Work independently, travelling to customer sites nationwide, ensuring equipment is operating efficiently and reliably.
• Perform routine servicing, fault diagnosis, and repairs on generator systems (including diesel generators).
• Travel across the UK to customer sites, providing responsive and professional support.
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
• Liaise with internal teams to support warranty investigations and technical queries.
• Participate in overtime and flexible working schedules as required.

What We\'re Looking For

• Experience working with generator systems, ideally diesel-powered.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a national travel schedule.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Why Apply

• Join a company with a strong reputation in power systems and engineering services.
• Enjoy flexible working days and overtime opportunities.
• Be part of a supportive team with a focus on technical excellence and customer satisfaction.