Service Engineer- Automatic Lubrication Systems

Gruppo SKF; Banbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

SKF is seeking a Service Engineer for Automatic Lubrication Systems in Banbury. The role involves installing, commissioning and servicing ALS across OEM and end-user sites, with a focus on hands-on execution and high-quality workmanship.

You will troubleshoot on-site, deliver smaller engineered lubrication installations, and support larger projects through distributors and approved installers. Travel to customer sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Automatic Lubrication Systems or similar mechanical systems.
• Strong installation, commissioning and fault-finding capability.
• Mechanical background with a strong problem-solving mindset.
• Able to work independently at customer sites.
• Customer-focused with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission and support Automatic Lubrication Systems (ALS) across OEM and end-user environments.
• Support first-of-kind and strategic installations, ensuring SKF quality and safety standards are met.
• Provide on-site technical troubleshooting and early-life system support.
• Independently deliver smaller engineered lubrication installations.
• Provide technical supervision and quality assurance for larger projects delivered via distributors or approved third-party installers.
• Deliver structured technical training to customers, OEMs, distributors and installer partners.
• Carry out pump refurbishment and overhaul activities.
• Install, commission and service RecondOil and circular economy solutions.
• Support local assembly builds, testing and pre-delivery validation activities.

Skills

ALS experience

Installation

Troubleshooting

Customer-site work

Communication skills

Job description

Service Engineer- Automatic Lubrication Systems

Location: Banbury, GB

About the Role

SKF Lubrication Lifetime Solutions (LLS) is strengthening its service capability and is looking for a Service Engineer – Automatic Lubrication Systems to support the installation, commissioning, servicing, and lifecycle support of engineered lubrication solutions across the UK. This is a hands‑on, customer‑facing role focused on delivering high‑quality execution at OEM, distributor, and end‑user sites. The Service Engineer plays a key role in supporting SKF’s strategy to move further up the value chain through solutions, services, and circular economy offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission and support Automatic Lubrication Systems (ALS) across OEM and end‑user environments
• Support first‑of‑kind and strategic installations, ensuring SKF quality and safety standards are met
• Provide on‑site technical troubleshooting and early‑life system support
• Independently deliver smaller engineered lubrication installations
• Provide technical supervision and quality assurance for larger projects delivered via distributors or approved third‑party installers
• Deliver structured technical training to customers, OEMs, distributors and installer partners
• Carry out pump refurbishment and overhaul activities
• Install, commission and service RecondOil and circular economy solutions
• Support local assembly builds, testing and pre‑delivery validation activities

What we expect you to have

• Hands‑on experience with Automatic Lubrication Systems or similar mechanical/fluid systems
• Strong installation, commissioning and fault‑finding capability
• Practical mechanical background with a strong problem‑solving mindset
• Confident working independently at customer sites
• Customer‑focused with strong communication skills

Would be an asset

• Experience working in OEM or heavy industrial environments
• Experience supporting or supervising distributor or third‑party installer networks
• Exposure to refurbishment, service or lifecycle support activities
• Interest in sustainability, oil conditioning or circular economy technologies

Interfaces & Working Environment

• OEMs and end customers
• Distributors and approved third‑party installers
• Sales, Application Engineering, Service and Customer Experience teams
• Local assembly and operations teams

Additional information

UK‑based role with regular travel to customer, OEM and distributor sites.