Field Service Engineer

The Recruitment Bureau; Manchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Company vehicle provided

Generous call-out rates

Job summary

The Recruitment Bureau seeks two External Drive Service Engineers to install, service, test and commission Variable Speed Drives and Control Panels from regional depots with site visits across the region. You will handle routine service work, breakdowns on a rota and support commissioning on client sites.

Candidates should have an engineering background, be commercially aware, and hold relevant electrical qualifications. A full driving licence and on-site customer liaison are required.

Qualifications

• Engineering background with commercial awareness.
• Experience in sectors such as food & beverage, pharmaceutical, paper & pulp, petrochemical, chemical manufacturing, and mining & aggregates.
• IEE 18th Edition.
• Desirable: Inspections & Testing Certificate.
• JIB Skills Card or CCSC.
• Safety Passport.
• Good knowledge of 240–690 V, single and 3-phase systems.
• Direct online starting and Start Delta Starting knowledge.
• PC knowledge for commissioning software.
• Working knowledge of PLC, Soft Start & Variable Speed Drives, Instrumentation and 4–20mA control.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Service existing customer drives and systems.
• Assist in MCC installations and modifications of VSDs and soft starters.
• Attend breakdowns for reactive maintenance at customer sites.
• Test and commission drives and control products.
• Liaise with customers on site regarding progress and technical details.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer focus

Team player

On-site travel

Electrical knowledge

Education

HNC/ONC in electrical/electronic engineering

IEE 18th Edition

Inspections & Testing Certificate

JIB Skills Card or CCSC

Tools

PLC software

LV electrical systems

Job description

Regional Service Engineers

NW - Manchester to Carlisle are suitable locations

Competitive Package

Overview

My client is the UKs largest independent supplier of drives and motors and supplier of the year for the last 3 years. They are looking for 2 External Drive Service Engineers to install, service, test, and commission Variable Speed Drives and Control Panels. The role will be based from local depots with visits to clients within the region.

Reporting to the Service Manager – the successful candidate will be responsible to attend various customers sites around the UK for routine service work on all makes of Variable Speed Drives, Soft Starts, with installation and refitting of new for old. Responsive breakdown callouts are also required from engineers on a rota basis. Assist with their hire business with regards to installations and commissioning on site and ongoing operation of installed equipment.

Tasks

• Service Existing Customers Drives.
• Assist in small installations of MCC’s, New for Old Variable Speed Drivees and Soft starters.
• Attend breakdowns to customers sites for reactive maintenance.
• Test and Commission Products offered by the company.
• Mark up drawings with modifications.
• Support the sales team.
• Liaise with customers on site regarding technical and progress work.

Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will be commercially aware and have a strong engineering background.

• Applicants will ideally have experience of various industry sectors such as, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, paper & pulp, petrochemical, chemical manufacturing, and mining & aggregate companies.
• Ideally qualified to a minimum of C & G Part 1, 2 7 3, HNC/ONC in electrical/electronic engineering. yes
• IEE 18th Edition yes
• Inspections & Testing Certificate – Desirable. 23xx
• Hold a current JIB Skills Card or CCSC. - no
• Safety Passport.
• Have good working knowledge of 240 – 690 LV, single and 3 phase systems etc. yes
• Direct online starting and Start Delta Starting knowledge is essential. yes
• PC knowledge is preferred as software programmes are used on certain products for commissioning. yes
• Working Knowledge of PLC, Soft Start & Variable Speed Drives, Instrumentation and 4-20mA Control would be an advantage, however training will be provided.
• Excellent Communication Skills

Capabilities

• Must be customer focused
• Should have the desire to enhance your product knowledge by use of your key partners training and attend courses when arranged by the company.
• Be required to maintain calm under pressure during major plant shutdowns.
• Must be a team player and be able to contribute towards team goals.
• You will be required to operate within a rolling rate basis for 24/7 cover.

Additional Information

• A competitive benefits package is on offer
• Generous call out and standby rates are paid in addition to salary package offered.
• A full and Valid Driving Licence is required as a company vehicle will be provided