Field Service Engineer

NOV Inc; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a dedicated Field Service Engineer to deliver precision calibration and repair services across the UK. You will work autonomously, tackling complex challenges in process weighing systems and ensuring compliance with health and safety policies, contributing significantly to industrial efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a hands-on background in electrical engineering with strong problem-solving capabilities and a commitment to safety.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Competitive salary and overtime available

Company vehicle, tools and equipment provided

Full training on advanced calibration technologies

Clear pathway for technical development

Supportive and safety-first team culture

Qualifications

• Time-served engineer or equivalent hands-on field experience.
• Strong background in service/calibration of process weighing equipment.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK and stay overnight.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, commission, and troubleshoot on-site process weighing systems.
• Complete service reports and ensure compliance with HSE policies.
• Perform off-site repairs of scales and balances at Procon HQ.

Skills

Fault finding on weighing systems

Customer-focused

Strong communicator

Electrical diagnostics

Collaborative mindset

Education

ONC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

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As a Field Service Engineer at Procon Engineering (part of NOV Rig Equipment), you’ll be the frontline expert delivering precision calibration, commissioning, and repair services across customer sites throughout the UK. In your role as a Field Service Engineer, you will be home based travelling to customer sites daily to undertake your work.

Working autonomously, you’ll tackle complex challenges across a range of process weighing and measurement systems—bringing critical equipment back online with accuracy and efficiency.

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy hands-on problem-solving, independence, and contributing to industrial safety and performance.

What You’ll Be Doing

Core Responsibilities:

• Calibrate, commission, and troubleshoot on-site process weighing systems using F1/M1 test weights, flow meters, and force calibration rigs
• Install and commission belt weighers and boiler leak detection systems
• Calibrate instruments for temperature, pressure, pH, conductivity, and magnet strength
• Perform off-site repairs of scales and balances at Procon HQ
• Complete service reports and calibration certificates before leaving site
• Ensure compliance with all NOV/Procon HSE policies and procedures

Occasional Duties:

• Support assembly and testing at HQ as needed
• Provide weekend cover (one in every three Saturdays)
• Collaborate with or support fellow engineers on joint service jobs
• Travel and overnight stays across the UK as required

What You Bring

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• ONC or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (HNC preferred)
• Time-served engineer or equivalent hands-on field experience
• Strong background in service/calibration of process weighing equipment
• Comfortable working under pressure and independently
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK and stay overnight as needed
• Experience in temperature calibration
• Exposure to food hygiene environments
• Knowledge of scales and systems used in silos, platforms, and industrial control

Technical Skills:

• Proficient in fault finding on weighing systems
• Familiarity with electrical diagnostics and calibration equipment
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation
• Self-motivated, responsible, and customer-focused
• Strong communicator (verbal and written)
• Collaborative mindset with good conflict management
• Ethical and safety-conscious in all aspects of work

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and overtime available
• Company vehicle, tools and equipment provided
• Full training on advanced calibration technologies
• Clear pathway for technical development
• Supportive and safety-first team culture
• Travel variety and hands-on engineering challenge

Note:

This role requires flexibility for travel, occasional overnight stays, and scheduled weekend availability. All candidates must hold a valid UK driving license.

At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Finance & Protection

• Pension Plan
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance

Flexible Benefits(via salary sacrifice options for you and your family)