Fluid Intelligence Equipment Service Engineer

Quaker Houghton; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Equipment Service Engineer to join their Global Fluid Intelligence team. This role involves installing, maintaining, and servicing innovative equipment across Europe, contributing to sustainability and efficiency in manufacturing processes. With a commitment to quality and safety, you will interact with clients, perform detailed audits, and ensure optimal equipment performance. This position offers significant travel opportunities and the chance to grow within a dynamic environment that values diversity and innovation.

Benefits

Pension

Life assurance

Bonus opportunities

25 days paid leave

Two paid volunteering days

QH University training platform

Wellbeing programs

Diversity and Inclusion programs

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in a customer-facing service engineering role.
• Mechanical or Electrical engineering qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Survey customer sites and handle equipment installation.
• Perform scheduled servicing and conduct audits of plant/machines.
• Provide training and share knowledge with team members.

Skills

Pneumatics

Heating systems

Cooling systems

Control systems

Pumping systems

Process valves

Instrumentation

Steam heating systems

Capital equipment installation

PLC, HMI, SCADA familiarity

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification

Electrical Engineering qualification

Job description

About Quaker Houghton

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in developing, producing, and applying industrial process fluids, lubricants, and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have contributed to the growth of leading industrial and manufacturing companies across sectors such as aerospace, automotive, primary metals, and energy. Our global presence is headquartered in Conshohocken, PA. As a publicly traded company, we foster a collaborative culture that supports career growth and offers competitive benefits.

Position Overview

You will join the Global Fluid Intelligence team as an Equipment Service Engineer, working across our European client base to install, maintain, and service Quaker Houghton equipment. Our QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE platform is a fully digital, automated solution providing real-time monitoring and control of fluid performance and costs, enhancing production and sustainability by reducing waste, risk, and total ownership costs.

Responsibilities

1. Survey customer sites prior to equipment supply and installation.
2. Handle all aspects of equipment installation and commissioning.
3. Perform scheduled servicing of manual and automated plants, including cleaning, inspection, and testing per standard procedures.
4. Conduct detailed audits of plant/machines, identifying faults and repair needs.
5. Install, repair, and maintain manual and automated plant equipment at client sites.
6. Generate detailed material lists for service, maintenance, and installation tasks.
7. Complete detailed service reports and related documentation.
8. Promote the company and its services during on-site visits and correspondence.
9. Commit to Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and practices.
10. Provide training and share knowledge with team members and clients.
11. Perform other duties as requested in line with company business needs.
12. Travel approximately 70% annually within the EMEA region, mainly to customer manufacturing locations.

Candidate Profile

Education: Mechanical or Electrical engineering qualification, preferably with a mechanical focus.

Experience: Minimum 4 years in a customer-facing service engineering role.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in pneumatics, heating, cooling, control systems, pumping systems, process valves, instrumentation, steam heating systems, etc.
• Experience installing capital equipment products.
• Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.
• Ability to interpret pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, P&ID drawings.

Location & Travel

Based in the Coventry area with reasonable commuting distance. Willingness to travel overseas as needed.

What We Offer

• Pension, life assurance, and bonus opportunities.
• 25 days paid leave plus bank holidays.
• Two paid volunteering days annually.
• QH University training platform.
• Wellbeing, Women Inclusion, and other DEI programs.
• Opportunity to join a leading market brand.
• Growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.

About Us

Quaker Houghton is a global leader in industrial process and mechanical engineering, present in over 40 countries. We innovate to help manufacturers stay ahead in a changing world, partnering with customers through our 100+ locations worldwide to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Core Values

Our values—Live Safe, Exceed Customer Expectations, Drive Results, Embrace Diversity, and Do Great Things Together—guide our actions and decisions, fostering a safe, strong, and values-driven company culture.

Interested?

Learn more about QHFLUID INTELLIGENCE - Quaker Houghton. Colleagues should contact Bárbara Valdez or their HRBP for application details or referrals.