Field Service Engineer

Omega Resource Group; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Private medical cover

Pension scheme

Life assurance

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Omega Resource Group is seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to service LV/MV switchgear across the South of England, from London to the Midlands. You will diagnose faults, perform maintenance, and support critical power infrastructure at diverse sites.

A strong electrical background and a current UK driving licence are essential. You will join a global engineering company’s services team, delivering diagnostics, maintenance and technical support, with opportunities for commissioning

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' field service or maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of LV/MV switchgear and power distribution equipment.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and documentation.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on LV and MV switchgear and associated power distribution equipment.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Perform inspection, testing, troubleshooting and repair activities to minimise customer downtime.
• Deliver field service activities safely, efficiently and in line with customer requirements and company standards.
• Produce detailed service reports, material requirements and maintenance documentation.
• Build strong relationships with customers, providing technical advice and identifying opportunities for system improvements.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with health, safety, quality and environmental procedures.
• Support and mentor junior engineers and technicians where required.
• Participate in commissioning, upgrades and modernisation projects when necessary.
• Represent the business professionally whilst providing a high level of customer service.

Skills

Customer-facing skills

Diagnostic skills

Electrical safety

Reading drawings

Education

Electrical Engineering degree/HNC/HND

Job description

Field Service Engineer (Switchgear)

South England (London – Midlands)
Experience Dependent + Bonus + Commercial Vehicle + Private Medical

Join a global engineering company in their growing engineering services team delivering maintenance, diagnostics and technical support for critical power distribution systems across a diverse customer base. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Field Service Engineer with expertise in LV/MV switchgear to work on a variety of industrial, commercial and critical infrastructure sites, helping customers maintain safe, reliable and efficient electrical systems.

Responsibilities - Field Service Engineer (Switchgear)

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on LV and MV switchgear and associated power distribution equipment.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Perform inspection, testing, troubleshooting and repair activities to minimise customer downtime.
• Deliver field service activities safely, efficiently and in line with customer requirements and company standards.
• Produce detailed service reports, material requirements and maintenance documentation.
• Build strong relationships with customers, providing technical advice and identifying opportunities for system improvements.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with health, safety, quality and environmental procedures.
• Support and mentor junior engineers and technicians where required.
• Participate in commissioning, upgrades and modernisation projects when necessary.
• Represent the business professionally whilst providing a high level of customer service.

Experience / Qualifications - Field Service Engineer (Switchgear)

• Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' experience within a Field Service, Maintenance or Service Engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of LV and/or MV switchgear systems and power distribution equipment.
• Experience carrying out fault finding, diagnostics, inspection and testing activities.
• Understanding of electrical safety procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong customer-facing skills with the ability to communicate technical information clearly.
• Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience with OEM switchgear manufacturers or critical power infrastructure environments would be advantageous.

Benefits - Field Service Engineer (Switchgear)

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Company vehicle.
• Private medical cover.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Flexible benefits programme.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Career progression within a global engineering environment.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Opportunity to work on a wide range of critical infrastructure and industrial projects.