Service Engineer - Diesel Generators (Crewe, Cheshire)

Winsearch; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned power generation business in the UK is searching for a Technical Service Engineer. This role offers a mix of workshop and fieldwork, with no callouts and flexible working hours. You will provide full-service diesel generator solutions, including installation and troubleshooting within a supportive team. Ideal candidates have a background in engineering coupled with strong mechanical and electrical skills. Benefits include a salary based on experience, a vehicle, and full HQ support.

Benefits

Clear progression for developing engineers

Flexible working hours

Vehicle and full HQ support

Qualifications

• Experience working on diesel generator systems.
• Competent with mechanical and electrical systems.
• Strong fault-finding and commissioning skills.
• UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Education

NVQ / apprenticeship in engineering

Tools

DSE 7xxx/8xxx systems

Job description

Location

CW2 5GX, Crewe, Cheshire, North West, UK

Job Title

Technical Service Engineer – Staffordshire / Cheshire (HQ & Field Based) – £ 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.

Requirements

• 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 with 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.

About Us

Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds – and so does our team. We hire people from various walks of life, each of whom strengthens the company with their talent, uniqueness and expertise. If you want to help us grow and bring this ethos to our clients, we can’t wait to collaborate with you!