Mechanical Field Service Engineer

Integrate Engineering Resources; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle available for business and private use

Annual performance-related bonus

Private healthcare after qualifying period

20 days holiday plus public holidays

Job summary

Integrate Engineering Resources seeks a Mechanical Field Service Engineer to support clients in the food processing industry across the UK and internationally. This role involves installation, maintenance, and technical support of equipment in potato processing and related sectors.

The candidate should have strong mechanical engineering skills, be flexible to travel, and possess excellent communication abilities. The position offers a competitive salary, overtime, and comprehensive benefits including private healthcare.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' industry experience.
• Previous experience within the food processing or related process industries preferred.
• Strong engineering and fault-finding background.

Responsibilities

• Installation and commissioning of third-party equipment.
• Mechanical overhaul and supervision of process equipment.
• Delivering high levels of customer service and technical support on-site.

Skills

Mechanical engineering qualifications with strong practical engineering knowledge

Experience working with process systems and industrial equipment

Excellent communication and customer relationship skills

Basic electrical knowledge (low/medium voltage)

Welding and fabrication skills

Education

Mechanical engineering qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

About the job Mechanical Field Service Engineer

About the Company

An established engineering business providing systems, services, and solutions to the food processing industry is seeking an experienced Mechanical Field Service Engineer to join its growing team.

The company supports major food manufacturing clients across the UK and internationally, delivering specialist engineering services, installations, maintenance, and technical support within the potato processing, crisp, and snack sectors.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth and success, we are looking for a skilled Mechanical Field Service Engineer with experience in food processing or related process industries.

Working alongside an experienced team of field service engineers, you will play a key role in supporting customer sites both in the UK and overseas.

International travel may be required, sometimes at short notice.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation and commissioning of third-party equipment
• Mechanical overhaul and supervision of process equipment
• Planned annual maintenance activities
• Mechanical upgrades and commissioning support
• Assisting the wider projects department
• Supporting gas service engineers during routine servicing activities
• Delivering high levels of customer service and technical support on-site

Candidate Requirements

• Mechanical engineering qualifications with strong practical engineering knowledge
• Experience working with process systems and industrial equipment
• Basic electrical knowledge (low/medium voltage advantageous)
• Welding and fabrication skills beneficial
• Minimum 3 years' industry experience
• Previous experience within the food processing or related process industries preferred
• Strong engineering and fault-finding background
• Flexible and adaptable approach with willingness to travel extensively
• Excellent communication and customer relationship skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Competitive salary dependent on experience and qualifications
• OTE £65,000+ with regular overtime opportunities
• Overtime paid on all hours over 40
  • Weekdays: x1
  • Weekends: x1.5
  • Bank Holidays: x2
• Company vehicle available for business and private use
• All business travel expenses covered
• Company pension scheme
• Private healthcare after qualifying period
• Annual performance-related bonus
• Mobile phone and laptop provided
• Specialist tools and equipment supplied
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 20 days holiday plus public holidays, increasing with service