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.

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.

• 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.

• 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.