Field Service Engineer
Highgrove Recruitment Group · Birmingham, England ·
We are looking for an experienced Field Service Engineer to join our team, ideally with a background in weighing equipment. Carry out inspections, servicing and repairs of industrial weighing equipment. Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults.
Maintain and repair weighbridges and associated vehicle control systems. Complete service reports and associated documentation. Work safely and professionally at a variety of customer sites. Undertake calibration work following appropriate training.
Complete relevant training courses, including Self Verifier certification. Manage daily work schedules and travel requirements effectively. The successful candidate will ideally have a good balance of electrical and mechanical engineering experience.
Electrical Experience**: Comfortable working with and testing low-voltage DC electrical systems, typically 24V DC and below. A basic understanding of electrical systems, components and wiring diagrams. Experience with AC electrical systems would be advantageous.
Able to diagnose basic electrical faults and carry out testing. Mechanical Experience**: Confident inspecting, maintaining and replacing mechanical components. Practical experience working with bearings, nuts, bolts and other mechanical assemblies.
Competent using general engineering tools and equipment. Experience using hydraulic jacks and similar lifting equipment. Industry Experience**: Previous experience with weighing equipment, weighbridges or industrial weighing systems would be a significant advantage.
Engineers from other electrical, mechanical or field service backgrounds will also be considered. A willingness to learn and develop specialist skills is essential. Health & Safety**: Be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Have a responsible and proactive approach to health and safety. Be comfortable working under permit-to-work systems. Be willing to undertake relevant site-specific training and health and safety courses. Working Hours & Overtime**: Monday to Friday, typically 08:00–16:30.
39-hour working week, comprising 8 working hours and a 30-minute lunch break each day. Flexible start and finish times will be required depending on travel and customer requirements. Weekday overtime will be available, along with occasional weekend working (typically one Saturday or Sunday per month or less).
Pay and Overtime**: Engineers are paid door-to-door, from leaving home until returning home. Overtime is paid on hours worked in excess of 8 hours per day. Weekday overtime rate: 1.4x basic hourly rate. Weekend overtime rate: 1.8x basic hourly rate. Overni...