Field Service Engineer - mechanical bias
CV-LibraryOxford, OxfordshirepermanentPosted: 13 August 2026
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Bristol, Coventry, London
Are you a hands-on mechanical engineer who thrives on diagnosing complex machinery, solving problems under pressure, and keeping high-value production equipment running at peak performance?
Our client, a World leader in their field is looking for a skilled Field Service Engineer with a strong mechanical bias to join an experienced after-sales and service team.
The Role
You will be the face of service engineering across South UK, delivering professional on-site support for market-leading planers, moulders, profiling machines, and related systems.
Key responsibilities include:
* Mechanical fault-finding, repair, maintenance, and overhaul of precision woodworking machinery
* Installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new and existing equipment
* Planned preventative maintenance and rapid response to breakdowns
* Working closely with customers to minimise downtime and maximise machine performance
* Accurate service reporting and parts identification
* Occasional support with hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems (mechanical focus primary)
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as a Field Service, Maintenance, or Workshop Engineer with a strong mechanical bias (ideally on industrial machinery, woodworking equipment, CNC, or similar)
* Excellent mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
* Comfortable working independently on customer sites while representing a premium brand
* Full clean UK driving licence
* Willingness to travel nationwide and work flexibly when required
* Good communication skills and a professional, customer-focused approach
Experience with woodworking machinery, hydraulics, pneumatics, or high-precision industrial equipment is highly advantageous. Full product training will be provided
Bristol, Coventry, London
Are you a hands-on mechanical engineer who thrives on diagnosing complex machinery, solving problems under pressure, and keeping high-value production equipment running at peak performance?
Our client, a World leader in their field is looking for a skilled Field Service Engineer with a strong mechanical bias to join an experienced after-sales and service team.
The Role
You will be the face of service engineering across South UK, delivering professional on-site support for market-leading planers, moulders, profiling machines, and related systems.
Key responsibilities include:
* Mechanical fault-finding, repair, maintenance, and overhaul of precision woodworking machinery
* Installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new and existing equipment
* Planned preventative maintenance and rapid response to breakdowns
* Working closely with customers to minimise downtime and maximise machine performance
* Accurate service reporting and parts identification
* Occasional support with hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems (mechanical focus primary)
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as a Field Service, Maintenance, or Workshop Engineer with a strong mechanical bias (ideally on industrial machinery, woodworking equipment, CNC, or similar)
* Excellent mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills
* Comfortable working independently on customer sites while representing a premium brand
* Full clean UK driving licence
* Willingness to travel nationwide and work flexibly when required
* Good communication skills and a professional, customer-focused approach
Experience with woodworking machinery, hydraulics, pneumatics, or high-precision industrial equipment is highly advantageous. Full product training will be provided