Field Service Engineer

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support users of vibration test systems across the UK. Responsibilities include instructing customers, performing maintenance, and improving systems. The ideal candidate should have at least NVQ level 2/BTEC in engineering and experience in industrial maintenance. Offering a salary of £40,000 - £45,000 per annum plus a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Educated to a minimum NVQ level 2/BTEC in electrical or mechanical engineering, or equivalent.
• Proven experience in industrial electronic systems and mechanical fitting.
• Self-motivated and able to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Instruct customers in the operation and maintenance of the system.
• Evaluate systems and make recommendations for improvements.
• Carry out preventative maintenance on customer sites.

Skills

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Electro-mechanical Engineering

Circuit Diagrams

Fault-finding

Education

NVQ Level 2/BTEC in Engineering

HNC in a Relevant Subject

Job description

BJ142 - Field Service Engineer
Location: Shepreth, Cambridgeshire (Covering the UK)
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Per Annum + Company Vehicle
Working Hours: Monday - Friday

Personal Profile

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.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills and Qualifications

• 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.