Job Description
Field Service Engineer
Home-Based (Travel Across the UK)
Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend and overnight work 8:30am - 4:30pm
PROFILE:
W Talent is proud to be supporting a market-leading engineering company specialising in process weighing systems and industrial instrumentation. With a strong reputation for innovation and technical excellence, they are now looking to expand their aftermarket team with the addition of a Field Service Engineer.
The Role:
As a Field Service Engineer, you'll be responsible for the calibration, commissioning, installation, and maintenance of on-site process weighing systems and other instrumentation. This is a home-based, field-based position requiring daily travel to customer sites, with occasional overnight stays and weekend availability.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform scheduled calibrations, breakdown repairs, and commissioning of weighing and measurement systems
Calibrate temperature controllers & probes, pressure gauges, pH & conductivity probes
Install and calibrate in-line belt weighing and boiler leak detection systems
Complete detailed service call reports and calibration certificates before leaving site
Conduct off-site repair of scales and balances
Ensure all work complies with company HSE policies and procedures
Attend training and assist with final assembly and testing at HQ when required
Support colleagues in the field where necessary
Key Requirements:
Qualifications:
Time-served engineer (Essential)
ONC or equivalent in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (Essential)
HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (Desirable)
Experience:
Hands-on experience in field service roles, ideally in process weighing and temperature calibration
Familiarity with working in food hygiene or industrial environments
Ability to work independently and under pressure
Willingness to travel across the UK with regular overnight stays
Skills:
o Fault-finding and troubleshooting of weighing and measurement systems
o Calibration of various instrumentation, including temperature, pressure, and pH probes
o Knowledge of platforms, balances, silos, and process control systems
Attributes:
o Self-motivated and able to work independently
o Strong customer focus with excellent communication skills
o Confident, diplomatic, and ethical when dealing with clients and colleagues
o Team player with a proactive attitude
o Safety-conscious with a commitment to quality and compliance
What's on offer:
Salry including door to door + OT = 45k - 55k
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge industrial technology
Company van or car
Company credit card
26 days annual leave + bank holidays
Ongoing training and professional development
A varied role with national travel and technical challenges
Supportive team environment and strong company culture
