Machine Control Engineer (Heavy Plant)

Finning International Inc.; Cannock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary circa £40,000

Holiday entitlement: 25 days + bank

Annual bonus

Healthcare benefits (medical, optical,

Share scheme

Pension 7% (company match)

Refer a friend bonus

Employee rewards platform

Life insurance

Laptop and phone, van

Product training

Job summary

Sitech Technology Systems Ltd is seeking a Field based Machine Control Engineer to join the team for on-site installations of Trimble machine control systems and on-site support across OEM/Dealer machines and customer equipment.

The role focuses on installation, calibration, servicing and troubleshooting with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and first-time fix on site. Training will be provided, with a competitive benefits package and a company vehicle listed as part of the role.

Qualifications

• College or vocational qualification in Mechanical, Hydraulics or Electronic or similar engineering.
• Recent demonstrated ability to troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical issues on heavy equipment machines.
• Familiarity with construction site operations using heavy equipment machine control systems is desired.
• IOSH, RAMS, Health & Safety awareness with an up-to-date CSCS card.
• Experience in Arc welding is useful but not essential.
• Experience of construction equipment technology would be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Installation – primary resource in providing on-machine installation across SITECH/Trimble equipment.
• Service – maintenance, support call-out and troubleshooting on SITECH/Trimble equipment.
• Measure & Calibration – calibration/re-calibration of machine control equipment in field installations.
• Operations – support planning of installations and operations with the team leader.
• Documentation – post-installation testing for records and quality.
• Training – provide operator training on system use and operation.

Job description

Company

Sitech Technology Systems Ltd

Number of Openings

1

Worker Type

Permanent Position

Overview

The Field based Machine Control Engineer would report directly to the Installations Team Leader (Regional) and would be responsible for providing customer support through the performance of on-site Machine Control installations of Trimble hardware (Base kit), including accurately measuring the machine control systems on OEM (Trimble Earthworks) dealer machines and customers construction equipment, including diagnosis, troubleshooting, service and repair of on machine control systems SITECH UK is an exclusive dealer of Trimble Machine Control Systems, the most reliable and cutting-edge technology systems available to the heavy equipment industry and highway contractor today. Our mission is to empower construction professionals with innovative tools, ensuring precision, efficiency, and productivity on every project.

Benefits

• Salary Circa £40,000
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to purchase up to 5 extra days holiday)
• Annual Bonus
• Healthcare benefits (medical, optical, hearing, dentistry, and new child payments to support new parents)
• Access to company share scheme
• 7% pension (matched by company)
• Refer a friend bonus (£1000 if successful)
• Employee reward platform (retails discounts and other employee rewards)
• Life insurance
• Laptop and phone, van
• Industry leading product training

Job Functions

• Installation – Primary resource in providing on machine installation, on SITECH / Trimble equipment across all OEMs, OEM Dealers and Customers. [Dozer, Excavator, Grader, Paver, Compactor with GCS900, CCS900, DPS900, Earthworks systems].
• Service – Primary resource in providing on maintenance, support call-out / telephone calls, trouble shooting and support on SITECH / Trimble equipment across all OEMs, OEM Dealers and Customers. [60%]
• Measure & Calibration / Advisory / Consultation – Resource in Calibration/re-calibration of SITECH / Trimble machine control equipment as part of the installation, rental, or support of equipment in the field. [10%]
• Operations – Support the Machine Control Installation, Calibration and Support Team Leader to effectively deliver customer requirements with installations and planning of operations. [5%].
• Operations – Ensures the operational quality of the system by documenting post-installation testing for record keep. [5%].
• Training & Development – Provides operator training to end-users where necessary on system use / operation. Be a trusted ambassador for the integration of technology on machines within the field. [5%].
• Training & Development – Train others.
• Operational Support – Provides support regarding teams, stocks, vehicles, improvement and training is provided when requested by the Service & Operations Manager. [5%].
• Self-Management – Ensures that installation, calibrations, field service and general activity and administration are completed fully, documented and to the high standards expected from SITECH UK and Ireland and Trimble [At all times – in line with Team Leaders, Operations and planner requirements].
• Results – Understands importance of customers as the life of the organisation and all activity has a level of urgency and customer centricity to ensue high performance relies on results and first-time fix on time and to standard – results and revenue are based upon performance of this key element of the organisation. [At all times].

Specific Skills

• College or vocational qualification in Mechanical, Hydraulics or Electronic or similar engineering
• Recent demonstrated ability to troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical issues on heavy equipment machines
• Familiarity with construction site operations using heavy equipment machine control systems is desired
• IOSH, RAMS, Health & Safety awareness with an upto date CSCS card
• Experience in Arc welding (useful but not essential)
• Operation of heavy construction equipment an advantage
• A basic understanding of using a PC including Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word and Excel, Teams and the ability to research new and existing technical information through the Trimble portfolio.
• Experience of construction equipment would be preferred.
• Experience of construction equipment technology would be preferred.
• Experience of the ground survey / digital field equipment would be preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical issues on heavy equipment
• Familiar with construction site operations using machine control systems is desired
• Operation of heavy construction equipment an advantage
• Basic understanding of using a PC including Microsoft Office applications or handheld devises
• Understanding of field installation, calibration and service support processes and documentation
• Working in a Technology based environment, hands-on learning often forms a vital part in the early stages of your initial training until familiarization with the staple product range

Education & Experience

• Experience in working in OEM, OEM Dealer site Environment in an engineering / operations role.
• Experience in working as a field engineer
• Experience in working within a field technology role
• Experience in working within a service environment or workshop
• Champions Safety through all customer and operations activity
• Experience in effective and solid customer service skills.
• This role would suit an electrically biased plant fitter or a machine control (telematics) engineer familiar with the plant industry.
• On job training will be provided for a successful candidate.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to fault find through knowledge / experience and root cause mechanical / electronics awareness.

Equal Opportunity

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter. Finning is a forces-friendly employer having signed the Armed Forces Covenant, and pledges to treat those who serve or have served in the armed forces, and their families fairly.

About Finning

Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut. Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia. Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America. OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America's most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.