Service Engineer

Hernshead Recruitment Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering organisation is seeking a hands-on Field Service & Calibration Engineer. This role combines on-site customer support with in-house assembly and testing of special-purpose machinery, requiring extensive travel across the UK and Ireland. Candidates should have strong practical and problem-solving skills, and a background in field service roles. This opportunity offers a mix of technical challenges and teamwork, making it ideal for motivated engineers ready to take on a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong practical understanding of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
• Proven experience in a field service, maintenance, or commissioning role.
• Experience with special-purpose or automated machinery is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform service, maintenance, and calibration of equipment at customer sites.
• Travel throughout the UK and Ireland to meet customer needs.
• Assemble and repair complex machinery as required.

Skills

Practical understanding of electrical systems

Mechanical systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems expertise

Field service experience

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Job description

Overview

Are you a hands-on Field Service Engineer who enjoys variety, travel, and technical challenge?

Do you thrive in a role that combines on-site customer support with in-house engineering, assembly, and testing?

An established engineering organisation is looking for a skilled and motivated Field Service & Calibration Engineer to join a small, highly capable technical team. This role offers a mix of field-based service and workshop activity, supporting special-purpose machinery for customers across the UK, Ireland, and occasionally overseas.

Responsibilities

• Carry out service, maintenance, and calibration of equipment at customer premises and internally at the company's engineering facility
• Perform on-site commissioning of machines at customer locations when required
• Travel extensively throughout the UK and Ireland, with occasional international travel as business needs dictate
• Respond to service and customer support requirements, sometimes at very short notice
• Assemble, repair, and maintain ultrasonic and non-ultrasonic machinery
• Support machine builds, including standard equipment and special-purpose machinery, as required
• Carry out repairs, fault-finding, and functional testing of equipment prior to despatch
• Ensure all equipment meets required quality, safety, and performance standards
• Liaise directly with customers to diagnose technical issues, provide solutions, and offer professional technical support
• Work collaboratively within a small, close-knit team, contributing proactively to shared goals and workloads

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong practical understanding of electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems
• Proven experience in a field service, maintenance, or commissioning role within an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Ability to assemble, fault-find, and repair complex machinery
• Experience working with special-purpose or automated machinery is highly desirable
• Comfortable working independently at customer sites while maintaining excellent communication with internal teams
• Strong problem-solving skills with a methodical and safety-conscious approach
• Willingness to travel frequently and adapt to changing schedules
• Confident communicator, capable of discussing technical matters directly with customers
• A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented mindset is essential

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