Field Service Engineer - UK Travel and Automation Equipment

Orion Electrotech; Whittlesey; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to join their team. This role involves hands-on technical work and customer interaction to maintain and repair automated equipment in high-speed production settings. The ideal candidate will possess strong fault-finding skills, excellent communication, and a willingness to travel across the UK. Benefits include a competitive salary, a company van, and opportunities for overseas training. This position offers a unique mix of on-site service and field-based support.

Benefits

Competitive salary (£43,000-£45,000)

Company van

Mobile phone and laptop provided

Pension scheme

Death-in-service benefit

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Opportunities for overseas training

Qualifications

• Experience with automated machinery in an FMCG environment is desirable.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults on production machinery.
• Carry out scheduled servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Install and relocate equipment as needed.
• Perform safety checks and compliance inspections on machinery.
• Prepare service reports and maintain records.
• Manage spare parts for repairs and installations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in engineering

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to join their team. This role involves hands-on technical work and customer interaction to maintain and repair automated equipment in high-speed production settings. The ideal candidate will possess strong fault-finding skills, excellent communication, and a willingness to travel across the UK. Benefits include a competitive salary, a company van, and opportunities for overseas training. This position offers a unique mix of on-site service and field-based support.