Railway Field Service Engineer – Train Systems (UK)

Wabtec Corporation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation in England is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support customers and products at Wabtec UK sites and customer locations. You will diagnose and repair systems, conduct on-site testing, and ensure safety and service quality across the life cycle.

The role requires hands-on technical experience, strong fault-finding skills, and good IT and reporting abilities. You will work independently with a customer-focused approach to maintain performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• ONC or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong technical aptitude with proven fault-finding abilities.
• Significant hands-on experience in relevant technical areas (e.g., engines, diagnostics).
• Competent IT skills, particularly with MS Excel and laptop/tablet devices.
• Capable of compiling clear and accurate technical reports.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to call-out requests and liaise directly with customers to access trains.
• Diagnose and repair PIS, brakes, sanding, pantograph, shoegear etc.
• Determine the most effective solution to return trains to service.
• Replace faulty parts on-site or escalate if replacement isn’t possible.
• Conduct thorough testing before handing the train back to the customer.
• Maintain a strong customer-centric approach in all interactions.

Skills

Fault-finding

Technical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Excel proficiency

Education

ONC/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Wabtec Corporation in England is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support customers and products at Wabtec UK sites and customer locations. You will diagnose and repair systems, conduct on-site testing, and ensure safety and service quality across the life cycle.

The role requires hands-on technical experience, strong fault-finding skills, and good IT and reporting abilities. You will work independently with a customer-focused approach to maintain performance and reliability.