Field Service Engineer – Sheet Metal Machinery

Mansell Recruitment Group; West of England; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Private healthcare

Pension

25 days' annual leave

Expenses package

Tools, laptop, tablet and phone

Company uniform

Structured training and development

Job summary

Mansell Recruitment Group is seeking a skilled Planned Service Engineer to support sheet metal machinery across Bristol and the M5 region. You will perform planned maintenance, fault-finding and breakdown repairs on industrial machine tools, working directly with customers to ensure safe and efficient operation.

The role suits an electrically and mechanically minded engineer who enjoys problem-solving, customer interaction and working independently in the field.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification ideally HNC or degree level
• Field service experience with machine tools is advantageous
• Good electrical fault-finding and schematic interpretation skills
• Understanding of mechanical, hydraulic and electronic systems
• PLC knowledge and practical mechanical engineering skills
• Ability to work independently, manage pressure and resolve issues
• Excellent communication skills with customers at all levels
• Flexible with working hours and travel
• Self-motivated with focus on customer satisfaction and quality
• Professional presentation and high standards

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and rectify machinery faults and operational issues.
• Carry out routine servicing and planned maintenance of machines and equipment.
• Provide customers with training on operation, maintenance and safety.
• Interpret electrical, electronic, hydraulic and mechanical drawings.
• Undertake electrical fault-finding and read schematics.
• Apply PLC and mechanical knowledge to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Promote consumables, maintenance contracts and related products.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain high standards.
• Manage workloads while travelling between customer sites in the region.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Fault finding

Mechanical skills

Customer communication

PLC knowledge

Independent worker

Travel flexibility

Education

Engineering qualification (HNC or degree)

Job description

Mansell Recruitment Group is seeking a skilled Planned Service Engineer to support sheet metal machinery across Bristol and the M5 region. You will perform planned maintenance, fault-finding and breakdown repairs on industrial machine tools, working directly with customers to ensure safe and efficient operation.

The role suits an electrically and mechanically minded engineer who enjoys problem-solving, customer interaction and working independently in the field.