UPS Field Service Engineer

  • Hernshead Recruitment Ltd
  • Feb 25, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Role Overview

Responsible for the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of UPS systems and associated power equipment across customer sites nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, commission, service, and repair single/three-phase UPS systems.

  • Carry out PPM, battery testing, load bank testing, and fault diagnostics.

  • Perform site surveys, RAMS, and technical reporting.

  • Provide onsite customer support and technical advice.

  • Travel UK-wide with occasional overnight stays; participate in on-call rota.

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience working with UPS systems (APC, Riello, Eaton, Vertiv, etc.).

  • Strong electrical engineering background; capable of reading electrical schematics.

  • Knowledge of AC/DC systems, battery types, and power distribution.

  • Competent with electrical test equipment.

  • Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications

  • NVQ Level 3 Electrical or equivalent.

  • 17th/18th Edition (BS 7671).

  • UPS manufacturer training.

Personal Attributes

  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.

  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

  • Customer-focused, professional attitude.