Service Engineer

Ashe Converting Equipment; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading machinery company is seeking a Service Engineer in Ipswich. The successful candidate will install and maintain production equipment, with responsibilities including international travel and servicing machinery. A strong electro-mechanical engineering background and knowledge of PLCs are essential. This permanent full-time position offers a salary ranging from £36,000 to £45,000, along with benefits and overtime opportunities.

Benefits

Clean and supportive working environment

Optional overtime opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production machine service/installation.
• Electro-mechanical engineering background is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, AC drive controls, and machine controls.

Responsibilities

• Installing, servicing, and supporting production machinery worldwide.
• Carrying out mechanical engineering tasks, servicing, and repairs.
• Travelling internationally while being factory-based when not on site.

Skills

Production machine service

Electro-mechanical engineering

Knowledge of PLCs

Knowledge of AC drive controls

Job description

Job Title: Service Engineer

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Salary: £36,000 - £45,000 depending on experience plus Overtime & Benefits

Job type: Permanent, Full time

The Role

• Installing, servicing, and supporting production machinery worldwide
• Carrying out mechanical engineering tasks, servicing, and repairs
• Working with PLCs, AC drive controls, and machine controls
• Travelling internationally regularly while also being factory-based when not on site

The Candidate

• Proven experience in production machine service/installation
• Electro‑mechanical engineering background
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, AC drive controls, and machine controls
• Experience within the Converting Industry (advantageous but not essential)
• Based locally in Ipswich or nearby, with the ability to be factory‑based when not travelling
• Willing to travel worldwide

Benefits

• Clean, friendly, and supportive working environment
• Optional overtime opportunities
• A chance to work with a global leader in slitting and rewinding machinery for the film, paper, and allied web industries
• Training and development opportunities

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Service Technician, Mechanical Maintenance Technician, Electrical Engineer, Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Technician, Repair Technician, Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Installation Engineer, Mechanical Engineer may also be considered for this role