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Field Service Engineer (Electrical / PLC / Automation)
Midlands-based | UK & EMEA Travel
Competitive Salary & Company Vehicle (Business Use)
Are you a hands-on Field Service Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, or Electrical Engineer looking for an international role working on advanced industrial equipment?
We are supporting a growing engineering business that delivers high-value capital equipment and automated systems across the UK, Europe, and globally. Due to continued expansion, they are seeking a multi-skilled Field Service Engineer to join their team.
This is a field-based role offering a high level of autonomy, regular international travel, and the opportunity to work on complex electro-mechanical and PLC-controlled systems.
The Role:
- You will be responsible for installing, commissioning, maintaining, and servicing equipment at customer sites across the UK and EMEA region.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Installation and commissioning of electro-mechanical and automated equipment
- Fault finding across electrical, mechanical, and control systems
- Working with PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems
- Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance
- Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and P&ID drawings
- Producing service reports and technical documentation
- Supporting customers with technical training and on-site expertise
Candidate Profile:
We are looking for candidates with:
- Experience as a Field Service Engineer, Service Engineer, or Commissioning Engineer
- Strong electrical bias with supporting mechanical knowledge
- Experience working with PLC-controlled systems (e.g. Siemens, Allen Bradley or similar)
- Familiarity with industrial equipment such as pumps, valves, pneumatics, or steam systems
- Ability to work independently in customer-facing environments
- Willingness to travel internationally (approximately 25-30%)
Backgrounds That Fit Well
This role would suit individuals currently working as:
- Field Service Engineer
- Electrical Maintenance Engineer (with travel experience)
- Commissioning Engineer
- Controls or Automation Engineer
- Multi-skilled Engineer with an electrical bias
Location and Travel:
- Midlands-based with a home-based working model
- Regular travel across the UK and Europe, with occasional global assignments
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
- International travel and varied project work
- High level of autonomy in a field-based role
- Exposure to advanced engineering systems and technologies
How to Apply:
- Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion to learn more about the role and company.
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