Service Engineer

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Service Engineer (Field-Based)

Location: Bedfordshire (with UK & international travel)

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 + overtime (depending on experience)

Hours: Monday–Thursday 08:00–17:00, Friday 08:00–13:00

About the Role

We are working with a growing engineering and manufacturing business that is expanding its customer base and increasing the level of machine customisation across its product range. As a result, they are looking to appoint a Service Engineer to support installation, commissioning, and ongoing customer support activities.

This is a hands-on, field-based role with a strong mix of mechanical, electrical, and software responsibilities, offering exposure to both UK and international projects.

Key Responsibilities

Install, commission, and service machinery at customer sites

Respond to breakdowns, perform fault finding, and implement effective solutions

Carry out machine upgrades, maintenance, and production line integrations

Write, debug, and commission software on-site

Provide remote diagnostics and technical support (phone/email)

Deliver customer training during installations and handovers

Maintain accurate service logs and documentation

Collaborate with internal teams to resolve technical and design issues

Support spare parts enquiries and liaise with internal teams for quotations

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

Background in mechanical and/or electrical engineering

Experience fault finding and servicing industrial machinery

Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach

Basic PLC programming experience (e.g. Siemens or Allen Bradley)

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Good IT skills (MS Office)

Excellent communication skills

Full, valid passport and willingness to travel (UK and overseas)

Desirable:

5+ years’ experience in machinery service/maintenance roles

Experience with packaging machinery or production lines

Electrical certification (e.g. working with 3-phase systems)

Experience in commissioning and validation processes

Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree in Electrical, Electronic or Control Engineering)

Chartered status or working towards it

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary with overtime opportunities

Early finish on Fridays

Opportunity to work on international projects

Exposure to advanced, customised engineering solutions

Career development within a growing organisation

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