Field Service Engineer (Print Finishing Equipment)

Taylor Higson; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable provider of print finishing technology is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to install and maintain print finishing equipment across client sites. This customer-focused role requires strong troubleshooting abilities and a mechanical or electrical engineering background. Offering a competitive salary package, including a company vehicle and long-term ownership benefits, this position is ideal for those who thrive in varied technical environments. Location around London/Kent preferred for travel ease.

Benefits

Company vehicle and expenses

Annual holiday allowance

Long-term employee ownership benefits

Qualifications

• Qualified or equivalent hands-on experience in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Previous experience with print finishing machinery such as binding, stitching, and laminating.
• Full, clean UK driving licence and ideally located around London/Kent.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, maintain and repair print finishing equipment across customer sites.
• Provide operator training and demonstrations to support sales activities.
• Troubleshoot technical issues, diagnose faults, and deliver solutions efficiently.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Customer-first mindset

IT literacy

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical or electrical engineering background

Tools

Print finishing machinery

Job description

Field Service Engineer (Print Finishing Equipment)

Chelmsford
£38k plus package

We’re working with a long-established and highly respected supplier of print finishing technology, representing some of the world’s leading manufacturers across the UK & Ireland. To support continued growth, the business is seeking a skilled Field Service Technician to join their growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically minded, customer-focused engineer who thrives in a varied role - combining hands-on servicing, installations, operator training, and customer demonstrations.

The Role

• Install, service, maintain and repair print finishing equipment across customer sites
• Provide operator training and demonstrations to support sales activities
• Troubleshoot technical issues, diagnose faults, and deliver solutions efficiently
• Represent the company with professionalism, acting as a trusted ambassador on-site
• Flexibility to travel across the UK (occasional overnight stays required)

The Person

• Mechanical or electrical engineering background (qualified or with equivalent hands‑on experience)
• Previous experience working with print finishing machinery (binding, stitching, folding, laminating, guillotines etc.) highly desirable
• Strong troubleshooting skills and IT literacy
• A customer‑first mindset with excellent communication skills
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Ideally located around the London / Kent area for ease of travel

What’s on Offer

• Industry competitive salary to be discussed, plus performance‑related incentives
• Company vehicle and expenses
• Annual holiday allowance
• Long‑term employee ownership benefits after the first year

Opportunity to represent market‑leading finishing solutions within a growing organisation.