At a Glance
- Tasks: Support global customers with steam turbine maintenance and optimisation while travelling worldwide.
- Company: Join Howden Turbo UK, a leader in innovative engineering solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33 days of annual leave, generous pension contributions, and wellness support.
- Other info: Be part of our ESG initiatives and enjoy a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a hands-on role with global travel opportunities.
- Qualifications: Strong EC&I background with PLC/HMI programming experience and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Howden Turbo UK is looking for a skilled Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Field Service Engineer (EC&I) to join our global Field Service team. This hands‑on, technically challenging role supports customers worldwide with the overhaul, maintenance, commissioning and optimisation of steam turbines and associated control systems. This is a home‑based role with extensive worldwide travel, often at short notice.
What will you do?
- Deliver work safely, professionally and to a high technical standard – right first time, on time
- Produce clear, detailed Site Reports, highlighting actions, risks and improvement opportunities
- Supervise customer or company technicians on site, ensuring safe working practices and task discipline
- Complete risk assessments and follow all health & safety procedures
- Support project teams with mobilisation planning and on‑site communication
- Represent Howden professionally, maintaining strong customer relationships and acting as a trusted technical partner
What do you bring?
- Strong EC&I background with experience in PLC/HMI programming and troubleshooting, including:
- Rockwell (Studio 5000, RSLogix 5000, Logix 500, FactoryTalk)
- Siemens (PCS7, Step 7, WinCC, TIA Portal)
- Schneider (Control Expert / SCADA Expert)
- Woodward 505 governors, Basler DECS 200/250 AVR
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols: Modbus (RS485/TCP), Profibus, Profinet, ControlNet, basic TCP networking
- Experience with power generation systems (5-30MW) – governor/excitation systems, droop/isochronous control, active/reactive power, pressure regulation
- Knowledge of steam turbine maintenance and repair
- Ability to supervise others during complex installation, commissioning and maintenance activities
- Strong customer‑facing skills and ability to build effective working relationships
- Excellent written communication – produce risk assessments, site reports, RCAs, method statements and scopes of work
- Experience working internationally, including in non‑English‑speaking environments
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Full UK driving licence
- Experience with steam turbine installation and commissioning (training can be provided)
- Offshore experience
Benefits:
- Daily allowances, dependent on location, are paid for site works
- Generous holiday entitlement package totalling 33 days annual leave
- Howden Pension Plan with a maximum employer contribution of 7%
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental and adoption leave pay
- Group Income Protection plan
- Access to My Howden Benefits & Wellbeing Portal – Cycle2Work programme, range of discounts across various retailers, wealth of information to support health & wellbeing
- Dedicated Help@Hand Service – free counselling, physiotherapy, financial support, medical second opinion, remote GP, personal training, nutrition consultations
- Opportunity to be involved in our ESG Bright Future initiatives – STEM ambassador & volunteering
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Howden Turbo UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment for Field Service Engineers in Peterborough. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, generous holiday entitlements, and opportunities for professional growth through international travel and diverse project involvement, we foster a culture of safety and technical excellence. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying comprehensive benefits and support for your career development.
