Field Service Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering company is seeking a mechanical Service Engineer to support their UK-wide customer base. Responsibilities include installing and repairing high-precision rotary tables, conducting diagnostics, and operating workshop machinery. The role offers a salary up to £43,000, OTE of £50K+, and includes a company vehicle and flexibility for home working.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Travel & expenses covered

Phone & laptop provided

Home working flexibility

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical background with passion for precision.
• Previous field service or workshop experience is essential.
• Electrical qualifications are advantageous but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair high-precision rotary tables.
• Conduct diagnostics, repairs, and refurbishments.
• Operate workshop machinery including grinders and lathes.

Skills

Mechanical bias

Hands-on engineering

Field service experience

Understanding of CNC

Education

Apprentice trained or equivalent experience

Job description

Role Overview

Service Engineer - Up to £43,000 Basic (OTE £50K+). Based near Rotherham | UK-Wide Travel | Company Vehicle Provided

Are you a mechanically biased Service Engineer looking for a varied and rewarding role with a leading precision engineering company? We are hiring for a Service Engineer to join our clients team, supporting their UK-wide customer base with occasional travel to Europe (95% UK based).

The Role

You'll be responsible for the efficient and safe installation, service, and repair of high-precision rotary tables and presetters, working both on customer sites and in their Rotherham-based workshop.

• Servicing and installing rotary tables/presetters across the UK
• Conducting in-depth diagnostics, repairs, and refurbishments
• Preparing and testing new systems in-house
• Operating workshop machinery including grinders, mills, and lathes
• Accurately identifying parts using drawings, bespoke software, and technical data
• Ensuring all work is completed to high safety and quality standards

Package Includes

• Basic salary up to £43,000
• OTE £50K+
• Company vehicle, phone & laptop
• Travel & expenses covered
• Home working & workshop flexibility (Rotherham-based)

About You

We're looking for a hands-on engineer with a strong mechanical background and a passion for precision.

You will need:

• Mechanical bias
• Apprentice trained (or equivalent hands-on experience)
• Previous field service or workshop experience
• A good understanding of CNC, tooling, or rotary systems (advantageous)
• Electrical qualifications (advantageous but not essential)

Why Join?

This is a great opportunity to work with cutting-edge engineering technology in a role offering variety, independence, and career development. You'll be part of a respected, growing team that values quality and customer service.