Field Service Engineer (Switchgear)
South England (London - Midlands)
Experience Dependent + Bonus + Commercial Vehicle + Private Medical
Join a global engineering company in their growing engineering services team delivering maintenance, diagnostics and technical support for critical power distribution systems across a diverse customer base. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Field Service Engineer with expertise in LV/MV switchgear to work on a variety of industrial, commercial and critical infrastructure sites, helping customers maintain safe, reliable and efficient electrical systems.
Responsibilities - Field Service Engineer (Switchgear)
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on LV and MV switchgear and associated power distribution equipment.
- Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Perform inspection, testing, troubleshooting and repair activities to minimise customer downtime.
- Deliver field service activities safely, efficiently and in line with customer requirements and company standards.
- Produce detailed service reports, material requirements and maintenance documentation.
- Build strong relationships with customers, providing technical advice and identifying opportunities for system improvements.
- Ensure all works are completed in accordance with health, safety, quality and environmental procedures.
- Support and mentor junior engineers and technicians where required.
- Participate in commissioning, upgrades and modernisation projects when necessary.
- Represent the business professionally whilst providing a high level of customer service.
Experience / Qualifications - Field Service Engineer (Switchgear)
- Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years' experience within a Field Service, Maintenance or Service Engineering environment.
- Strong knowledge of LV and/or MV switchgear systems and power distribution equipment.
- Experience carrying out fault finding, diagnostics, inspection and testing activities.
- Understanding of electrical safety procedures, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation.
- Strong customer-facing skills with the ability to communicate technical information clearly.
- Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Experience with OEM switchgear manufacturers or critical power infrastructure environments would be advantageous.
Benefits - Field Service Engineer (Switchgear)
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Performance-related bonus scheme.
- Company vehicle.
- Private medical cover.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Life assurance.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Flexible benefits programme.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Career progression within a global engineering environment.
- Employee assistance programme.
- Opportunity to work on a wide range of critical infrastructure and industrial projects.
Ideal background / Previous roles may include:
Switchgear Field Service Engineer, Service Engineer, Power Distribution Engineer, Critical Power Engineer, MV Service Engineer, LV/MV Engineer, Substation Service Engineer, Electrical Maintenance Engineer and Power Systems Engineer
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