Field Service Engineer (Auto Electrics) - Contract

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Field Service Engineer specializing in auto electrics for a contract position. The role involves surveying and installing electrical kits on buses and coaches, with competitive pay and the flexibility to manage working hours. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with electrical systems in vehicles and the ability to troubleshoot effectively.

Benefits

Expenses reimbursed for travel

Door-to-door pay

Overtime compensation

Qualifications

• Knowledge in auto electrics and electrical wiring on vehicles essential.
• Must possess own transport for site travel.
• Adequate flexibility to accommodate evening works.

Responsibilities

• Conduct installation surveys and complete necessary paperwork.
• Install electrical kits per manufacturer's guidelines.
• Test and calibrate equipment for optimal performance.

Skills

Auto electrics

Electrical wiring on vehicles

Basic IT skills

Flexibility with start and finish times

Tools

Multimeter

Basic hand tools

Job description

Job Description

Field Service Engineer (Auto Electrics) - Contract

Employment type: Contract, Full-Time - Outside IR35

Contract Length: Ongoing however this is estimated to last 12 months

Location: Ideally you will be located in the North West.

Pay rate: £27.00 per hour LTD company rate (Umbrella also available).

Overtime @ X 1.5 - Door to door pay. Basic pay equates to £58,320 per annum (allowing for 4 weeks holiday)

Expenses: Fuel claimed back at 45 pence per mile. Any other business-related expenses will be covered as agreed.

Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Start and finish times can vary however typical hours would be evenings 3PM-11PM Monday-Friday.

Are you an Engineer with auto electrical experience and looking for your next contract position?

We are seeking an Engineer to join our client's team at a pivotal time in the company's journey as they evolve to meet the future safety needs of buses and coaches. The successful candidate will be eager to learn an interesting role involving mechanical and electrical systems and the ability to fault find. You will predominantly survey and install Electrical kits to buses and coaches.

You will work on a self-employed basis through your own Ltd company. If you do not have your own Ltd company, then there are Umbrella solutions available.

The Role:

Travel to customers' sites to conduct installation surveys on buses and coaches.
Thoroughly complete all necessary installation survey paperwork.
Carry out the initial installation in accordance with the manufacturers' guidelines, including making any required electrical connections.
Test and calibrate the equipment to ensure optimum performance.
Work efficiently to ensure the tasks are completed within the specified timeframe.
Maintain a strong focus on quality, environmental responsibility, and health and safety, continuously striving for improvement and working without compromise to meet our customers' needs.Experience Required:

Knowledge on auto electrics and electrical wiring on vehicles is but domestic electrical knowledge might be considered.
Must have own transport (Van or Car) to be able to travel to the depots listed at the top of the advert.
Able to use a variety of hand tools, such as a multimeter.
Able to supply own basic tools, specialist tools will be provided.
Basic IT skills for inputting data into a system.
Flexibility with start and finish times as most work will be in the evenings when buses are back at the depot.
Full UK Driving LicenceIf you meet the above criteria, please apply today to be considered for the role.

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