Field Service Engineer

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Shepreth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering support company is seeking a Field Service Engineer to provide installation, maintenance, and repair services across the UK. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background and be experienced in working with industrial electronic systems. Responsibilities include traveling to customer sites, conducting preventative maintenance, and instructing clients on system operations. Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Educated to a minimum NVQ level 2/BTEC in electrical or mechanical engineering, or equivalent.
• Experienced in industrial plant maintenance with a strong background in engineering.
• Proven experience in industrial electronic systems and mechanical fitting.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with customers while supporting installation and repair processes.
• Carry out preventative maintenance on customer sites.
• Travel around the UK and overseas to install and maintain equipment.
• Instruct customers in the operation and maintenance of systems.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Electrical engineering principles

Mechanical fitting

Electro-mechanical engineering knowledge

Education

NVQ level 2/BTEC in electrical or mechanical engineering

HNC in a relevant subject

Job description

Overview

BJ142 - Field Service Engineer

Location: Shepreth, Cambridgeshire (Covering the UK)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Per Annum + Company Vehicle

Working Hours: Monday - Friday

About the role

First Military Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Field Service Engineer on behalf of our client, a global company that supports users of vibration test systems with installation, maintenance, repair, calibration and consultancy. This is an excellent and exciting opportunity to join an established yet expanding business with an excellent opportunity of career advancement.

Responsibilities

• The Field Service Engineer builds and maintains relationships with customers while supporting the development of on-site installation, servicing and repair processes of Vibration Test Equipment and systems.
• Instructs customers in the operation and maintenance of the system.
• Evaluate systems and make recommendations for improvements and solutions.
• Carry out preventative maintenance on customer sites in line with recommended procedures.
• Talk with customers and understand their needs, communicating the requirements and timeline for their system plan.
• Work with a team to ensure projects are completed effectively and efficiently.
• Travel around the UK and overseas to install and maintain industrial testing equipment, sometimes on short notice.
• On occasions be prepared to work in excess of the normal 37.5 hour week or anti-social hours whilst observing contractual obligations.
• Be familiar with all Health and Safety rules and regulations when working.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Educated to a minimum NVQ level 2/BTEC in electrical or mechanical engineering, or equivalent. An HNC in a relevant subject and knowledge in vibration would be a distinct advantage.
• Experienced in industrial plant maintenance and have a strong background in engineering and substantial knowledge of electro-mechanical engineering
• Well versed in problem solving and have good analytical skills to be able to work under pressure while using own initiative to complete the work to the required level.
• Proven experience in working in some or all of the following areas are essential: industrial electronic systems, mechanical fitting, fully conversant in electrical/electronic principles.
• able to read circuit diagrams
• fault-finding to sub-assembly level and diagnosis of electronic faults to component level would be a distinct advantage
• Self-motivated, work well independently
• Must be able to work flexible hours and easily adaptable - sometimes with short notice and at weekends.
• Valid Passport and Full UK Driving Licence.