Known for delivering bespoke, high-performance machinery, the company combines technical excellence with a responsive, customer-focused approach. Its West Midlands facility plays a key role in supporting European operations, offering full-service capabilities from machine build and installation through to ongoing service and support.
Field Test and Service Engineer
£42-45k + Co Pension, Overtime
West Midlands. Ref: 23840
Field Test and Service Engineer - The Role:
- Travel across Europe and globally to install, commission and service advanced automated machinery.
- Carry out machine build support, debugging, commissioning and start-up activities both on-site and in-house.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults using schematics, drawings and precision tools.
- Work with PLC systems (Siemens & Rockwell), including fault‑finding and basic programming (TIA Portal / RSLogix).
- Install and modify electrical systems and machine control components in line with technical drawings and standards.
- Support installation and maintenance of automation systems including robotics, conveyors, and programmable controllers.
- Deliver customer training on safe operation and maintenance of equipment.
- Work closely with customers to troubleshoot issues, ensuring minimal downtime and high satisfaction.
Field Test and Service Engineer - The Person:
- HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
- Strong hands‑on experience with industrial machinery, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and automation systems.
- Proven fault‑finding and troubleshooting skills across mechanical and electrical systems.
- Experience with PLCs (Siemens S7 / Rockwell ControlLogix) and ladder logic (desirable).
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics (EPLAN/AutoCAD) and technical drawings.
- Knowledge of machine safety systems and industrial automation principles.
- Confident working independently in customer‑facing environments worldwide.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective customer relationships.
- Highly self‑motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable to frequent travel.
This role would be commutable from Dudley, Stourbridge, Wolverhampton and surrounding areas.
For further information please contact Sharon Hill.
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