Field Service Engineer (M&E)

Aqua; Langley; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Field Service Engineer to handle commissioning, servicing, and troubleshooting of water treatment systems. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering and strong communication skills. This full-time role involves travel across the UK and internationally, with opportunities for overtime and a company vehicle provided.

Benefits

Company van and tools provided

All expenses paid while travelling

Ongoing in-house training

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Confident in reading electrical control panel diagrams.
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems and PLCs.
• Good IT skills and excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Visit customer sites for commissioning and servicing.
• Assemble and test equipment in the factory.
• Support customers with technical issues and training.

Skills

Electrical control panel troubleshooting

Mechanical systems understanding

IT skills including MS Office

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated and proactive

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Field Service Engineer (M&E) – Aqua Tech Recruitment, Slough, Berkshire, SL1

£39,000 - £43,000 per annum + uncapped overtime & vehicle • Full time

Are you a hands-on engineer who enjoys variety, travel, and solving technical challenges? This role splits time between on-site visits across the UK and internationally, with an element of factory-based assembly and testing work. You will support our water treatment systems from commissioning and maintenance through to technical support and training.

What you'll be doing

• Visit customer sites (UK & overseas) to commission, service, and troubleshoot our systems
• Assemble and test our full range of equipment in the factory
• Prepare clear site visit reports and documentation
• Support customers with technical issues and training
• Help out with packing, dispatch, and logistics when needed
• Provide feedback to the engineering and production teams
• Assist the sales and aftersales teams with technical queries
• Maintain accurate records of work, materials, and stock shortages

What we're looking for

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering
• Confident reading electrical control panel diagrams and troubleshooting
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems, PLCs, and inverters
• Good IT skills, including MS Office
• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently or in a team
• Comfortable working on-site, often alone, and representing the company professionally
• Full UK driving licence and valid passport
• Willingness to travel frequently (Monday-Friday), with all expenses covered

Bonus skills (desirable but not essential)

• Background in water treatment or steam plant systems
• Experience planning and coordinating service workloads
• Awareness of upselling or customer relationship-building techniques

What you'll get

• A varied, hands-on engineering role with real-world impact
• The chance to work as much OT as you want, uncapped
• Company van and tools provided
• All expenses paid while travelling
• Ongoing in-house training on our systems and technology
• Opportunity to work with a supportive team in a growing, global business
• Team incentives and reward schemes