Service Engineer - Diesel Generators

Winsearch; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned power generation company is seeking a Technical Service Engineer to provide servicing, repair, and commissioning of diesel generators across the UK. The ideal candidate will have experience in electrical and mechanical fault-finding and possess a relevant engineering background. The role offers no callouts, flexible hours, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Salary dependent on experience

Flexible working hours

Vehicle and tools provided

Full HQ support

Qualifications

• Experience working on diesel generator systems – ideally DSE 7xxx / 8xxx.
• Competent with mechanical and electrical systems (engines, alternators, controls).
• UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, repair and commissioning of diesel generators.
• Troubleshooting DSE controls and electrical/mechanical faults.
• Conducting load testing, diagnostics, and customer reporting.

Skills

Experience with diesel generators

Electrical fault-finding

Mechanical fault-finding

Strong fault-finding skills

Education

NVQ / apprenticeship in engineering

Job description

Technical Service Engineer – Staffordshire / Cheshire

£ dependent on experience + vehicle + benefits.

Take your career to the next level with a family‑owned power generation business known for flexibility, quality and a people‑first culture.

• Do you have experience with diesel generators and DSE control panels?
• Are you confident with both electrical and mechanical fault‑finding?
• Would you value a role with no callouts, flexible hours and variety between workshop and field work?
• Are you open to travelling to sites across the UK?

What you NEED

• Experience working on diesel generator systems – ideally DSE 7xxx / 8xxx.
• Competent with mechanical and electrical systems (engines, alternators, controls).
• Strong fault‑finding and commissioning skills.
• UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide.
• NVQ / apprenticeship / time‑served background in engineering.

What you'll get in return

• Salary dependent on experience – clear progression for developing engineers.
• No callouts and flexible working hours.
• Mix of workshop and field work with supportive, family‑run culture.
• Vehicle, tools, and full HQ support.

Company & Role Overview

Our client provides full‑service diesel generator solutions – from installation to commissioning, servicing and warranty support – for clients across the UK and beyond.

You’ll join a tight‑knit engineering team delivering safe, high‑quality work on prime and standby generator systems.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, repair and commissioning of diesel generators.
• Troubleshooting DSE controls and electrical/mechanical faults.
• Conducting load testing, diagnostics, and customer reporting.

We hire our people from various walks of life and value diversity. If you want to help us grow, we cannot wait to collaborate with you!