Global PLC Field Service Engineer – Packaging Machinery

Point Professional Recruitment LTD; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Career progression

Competitive salary

Job summary

Point Professional Recruitment LTD is seeking a Service Engineer to join a Bedfordshire-based machinery manufacturer. You will install, commission, and debug PLC software on production lines, providing on-site and remote technical support across the UK and overseas.

The role requires a recognised Electrical/Electronic/Control Engineering qualification and 5+ years in PLC-focused service. Travel availability is essential, with a competitive salary and clear progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Electrical, Electronic or Control Engineering (BTEC, HNC or similar).
• 5+ years’ experience as a Service Engineer – PLC-focused role.
• Strong PLC programming experience (Siemens and/or Allen Bradley).

Responsibilities

• Attend customer sites for installation, commissioning, upgrades, training, and breakdown support.
• Write, debug, and commission PLC software on site for production line integration.
• Provide remote diagnostics and technical support for breakdowns and upgrades.
• Deliver telephone and email support to customers.
• Work closely with internal engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Assist with in‑house commissioning and testing of machinery prior to shipment.
• Liaise with service and spares teams to ensure accurate support logging and quotation processes.
• Complete internal quality documentation including validation documents and test plans.
• Act as a professional company representative when attending customer sites.
• Support continuous improvement of machinery and software systems.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical controls

Fault diagnosis

Field service

Travel readiness

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Control Eng qualification

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

Point Professional Recruitment LTD is seeking a Service Engineer to join a Bedfordshire-based machinery manufacturer. You will install, commission, and debug PLC software on production lines, providing on-site and remote technical support across the UK and overseas.

The role requires a recognised Electrical/Electronic/Control Engineering qualification and 5+ years in PLC-focused service. Travel availability is essential, with a competitive salary and clear progression opportunities.