Field Service Engineer

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a well-established manufacturer and supplier of high-speed packaging machinery. With a strong reputation across the UK and Ireland and continued investment in both people and technology, they are now seeking a Mechanical Service Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking for a varied role combining workshop duties with field service work.

Field Service Engineer

Location – Corby (UK & Ireland Travel Required)

£43,000 - £47,000 DOE + Overtime + Bonus + £6,300 Car Allowance

Our client is offering a competitive salary depending on experience, alongside a Bonus Scheme, £6,300 Car Allowance, 7% Pension Contribution, 25 days holiday plus bank, Mobile Phone, Travel Time, Overtime Opportunities and Full Product Training, including overseas manufacturer training. There is also an excellent opportunity for long-term career progression within a growing business.

Responsibilities

• Installing, commissioning, servicing and maintaining a range of packaging machinery at customer sites throughout the UK and Ireland.
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults to minimise customer downtime.
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and emergency breakdown support.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical assembly drawings, technical documentation and electrical schematics.
• Providing technical support and operator training to customers where required.
• Completing service reports and maintaining accurate documentation following each visit.
• Working closely with customers and internal departments to ensure the highest levels of service are delivered.
• Attending product and technical training courses, including occasional overseas training.
• Supporting workshop activities when not attending customer sites.

Requirements

• A recognised engineering apprenticeship or HNC/HND qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Previous experience servicing, maintaining or installing packaging machinery or similar industrial machinery.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and repair skills.
• Workshop experience including welding and the use of general engineering equipment would be advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Electrical fault-finding knowledge, PLC experience or familiarity with drives, servos and robotics would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout the UK and Ireland, including overnight stays when required.

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity or wish to receive further information, please contact Sean Turton on 0161 507 3363 or email a copy of your current CV to sean@serlimited.com “SER-IN”