Field Service Engineer (Electrical)

OSS; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading machinery manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Field Service Engineer to join their national service team. This role involves installations, servicing, and repairs of advanced inspection equipment in the food and pharmaceutical industries. Ideal candidates will have a BTEC/ONC/HNC in electrical engineering and prior field service experience. A competitive salary package includes a basic salary of £35,000 - £38,000, with on-target earnings up to £60,000, along with a company vehicle.

Benefits

Company car or van

Bonus and overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong electrical engineering knowledge is necessary.
• PLC programming skills are advantageous.
• Previous experience in a field service role is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and repair inspection equipment.
• Provide customer training and technical support.
• Conduct equipment upgrades and refurbishments.
• Address customer queries efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Participate in an on-call standby rota.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

PLC programming

PC hardware experience

Education

BTEC/ONC/HNC in electromechanical/electrical engineering

Job description

An industry-leading inspection machinery manufacturer is seeking to add a talented Field Service Engineer to their national service team. This is a fantastic opportunity to represent a renowned name in inspection equipment for the food and pharmaceutical industries, delivering high-quality solutions to customers across the UK.

About the Role

As a Field Service Engineer, you will be the go-to technical expert for installations, servicing, and repairs of advanced inline inspection equipment within the food and pharmaceutical industry. This role involves working directly with customers to ensure their systems operate at peak performance, delivering exceptional support and training when needed. The position requires an Electrical/Electronics qualification (ONC minimum), ideally with experience in a field-based role.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and repair inspection equipment at customer sites.
• Provide on-site training and technical support via phone or email.
• Conduct equipment upgrades and refurbishments.
• Address customer queries professionally and efficiently.
• Complete all documentation accurately and promptly.
• Follow health and safety regulations at each site.
• Participate in an on-call standby rota and work overtime as required.

Candidate Profile

• Technical Skills: Strong electrical/electronics engineering knowledge. PLC programming and PC hardware experience is a bonus.
• Qualifications: Minimum BTEC/ONC/HNC or similar in electromechanical/electrical engineering.
• Experience: Prior field service experience is highly desirable, particularly in commissioning, servicing, or repairs within the food industry.
• Attributes: Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills. Flexible, reliable, and customer-focused.
• Requirements: Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel with occasional overnight stays.

Location: Cambridgeshire / Northampton

Basic salary £35,000 - £38,000 OTE to £60,000 including bonus and overtime with company car or van