Field Service Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Join a global leader at the forefront of industrial innovation and sustainability.

With operations spanning multiple continents, it offers the stability of a well-established brand combined with the dynamic energy of continuous growth and technological advancement.

Established as a world leader in electrical control systems for heavy industries including Steel, Paper, Mining, Cranes and Power Generation, they provide turn-key engineering, manufacture, installations and start ups of electrical, controls and automation systems for these industries.  

An exciting opportunity for a Field Service Engineer to support customers in a variety of sectors, including Metal, Dyno Test Rigs, Hydrogen Electrolyzer PSUs, EV Charging points and Battery Energy Storage.

Field Service Engineer

c£42k + Car Allowance Or Car + Overtime + Training

REMOTE WORKING - Northern UK & Scotland

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• An opportunity to work on a variety of unique, bespoke systems.
• A hybrid role with extensive travel throughout the UK and occasionally internationally 

Field Service Engineer - The Role:

• Act as the primary point of contact between the business and customers, providing technical field support
• Commission new AC and DC motor control systems, independently and as part of a team
• Support a wide range of bespoke systems including metal processing, dyno test rigs, hydrogen electrolyser PSUs, EV charging, and battery energy storage
• Carry out troubleshooting, in-field design modifications, and repair of control systems across multiple industries
• Provide emergency breakdown support and rapid response to customer issues
• Work closely with Project Engineers during system testing and functional verification
• Ensure systems operate in line with Functional Design Specifications (where available)
• Deliver telephone, email, and remote technical support to customer engineering and maintenance teams
• Analyse faults, propose alternative solutions, and implement optimal resolutions
• Follow company service processes and standards at all times
• Identify opportunities to promote additional services, upgrades, and spare parts
• Hybrid role with extensive UK travel and occasional international travel (up to 60%)
• Flexible approach to working hours, including non-standard hours and on-call support
• Work in varied environments including tight spaces and at height

Field Service Engineer - The Person:

• HNC / HND or higher qualification in Electrical, Electronic or Automation Engineering
• Completed apprenticeship in Electrical, Electronic or Automation discipline
• Proven experience with AC and DC drives (essential)
• Experience with PLCs and HMIs (essential)
• Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals and computer-based systems
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Confident working independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with customers
• Willing and able to travel frequently within the UK and Europe, sometimes at short notice
• Flexible, proactive, and comfortable working in demanding site environments

The company believe in providing the best support and solutions to customers. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities.

For further information please contact Sharon Hill.