Generator Engineer

Owen Daniels; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering business is seeking a Generator Engineer to join its service and support team. This home-based, field service role requires strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, with responsibilities including servicing and repairing generators. Candidates should have experience in generator maintenance and possess an HNC/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. The company offers competitive pay, paid overtime, and a supportive culture focused on employee development and wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid overtime and on-call allowances

Access to health and support resources

Opportunities for internal progression

Regular company events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in generator servicing, maintenance, installation, or commissioning.
• Understanding of load balancing, power distribution, and control systems.
• Willingness to travel nationwide, including occasional nights away.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites across the UK to carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs.
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance including inspections and testing.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical generator faults.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Customer communication

Independent working

Education

HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Engine diagnostic software

Job description

A well-established, engineering‑led business operating within the standby power and critical power sector is seeking a Generator Engineer to join its service and support team. With a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality generator solutions across the UK, the business continues to invest in its engineers, internal progression, and long‑term staff development.

This is a home‑based, field service role, ideal for an engineer with strong mechanical and electrical knowledge who enjoys working independently while delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites across the UK to carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs on a wide range of generator brands
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance, including oil changes, filter replacements, inspections, and performance testing
• Carry out diagnostics, fault finding, and rectification of mechanical and electrical generator faults
• Undertake installation and commissioning of generator systems, both portable and fixed
• Complete load bank testing, performance verification, and post‑installation testing
• Diagnose and repair alternators, batteries, control panels, wiring, ATS, and associated power systems
• Maintain accurate and detailed service reports, documenting work completed and parts used
• Communicate clearly with customers, explaining faults, solutions, and operational guidance
• Participate in an on‑call rota and respond to emergency breakdowns where required
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety regulations, including risk assessments and PPE use
• Represent the business professionally on‑site, acting as a brand ambassador at all times

Requirements

• Proven experience in generator servicing, maintenance, installation, or commissioning
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault‑finding capability
• Understanding of load balancing, power distribution, and control systems
• Experience using diagnostic tools such as multimeters and engine diagnostic software
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing workload effectively
• Strong customer‑facing and communication skills
• Willingness to travel nationwide, including occasional nights away

Qualifications

• HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Relevant industry training and certifications

Benefits

• Competitve salary
• Home‑based role with travel to customer sites
• Paid overtime and on‑call allowances
• Strong focus on employee wellbeing, including access to health and support resources
• Opportunities for internal progression and long‑term career development
• Supportive, people‑focused culture with high staff retention
• Regular company events and team engagement activities

If youre an experienced Generator Engineer looking for a field‑based role within a stable and supportive power generation business, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career.

Know someone who could be a good fit? Referrals are welcome, with a bonus available for successful introductions.