Field Service Mechanical Engineer

Field Service Mechanical Engineer (FM3326) – High Wycombe, England

Salary: GBP40000 – GBP50000 per annum + Additional Benefits

Alecto Recruitment is working with an established power generation company who are seeking a Field Service Mechanical Engineer to support the maintenance, overhaul, and repair of generator assets across the UK.

Benefits

• Annual Company Performance related bonus scheme
• Pension (5.5% employer, 3.5% employee contributions)
• Private Health Scheme

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding, and repair of large reciprocating generators and associated plant.
• Lead engine overhauls, including replacement of major components such as cylinder heads, pistons, turbochargers, and pumps.
• Support commissioning and recommissioning of generating assets and associated equipment.
• Maintain and repair mechanical, electrical, and heat systems including pumps, motors, and control systems.
• Assist and guide Operations staff with maintenance, breakdowns, and fault diagnosis.
• Ensure availability of spare parts, manage stock control, and minimise unnecessary costs.
• Follow HSQE standards, company procedures, and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Participate in call‑out support for breakdowns and minimise downtime of generation assets.
• Monitor performance, conduct emissions checks, complete documentation, and support audits.

Skills & Requirements

• Strong experience with overhaul of reciprocating engines in a field service environment.
• Knowledge of generator systems (e.g. MWM, CAT, MTU desirable).
• Electrical, mechanical, and heat system maintenance experience.
• Experience with control systems (12V DC – 415V AC).
• Proven fault finding and diagnostic skills.
• Gas Safe certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Full UK driving licence and basic IT skills required.

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