Field Service Calibration Engineer in Reading

This Field Service Calibration Engineer for RF & Microwave Test & Measurement Instruments is responsible for ensuring electronic test and measurement equipment remains accurate, compliant and fully operational through calibration and validation activities, across various customer premises. Working predominantly at customer sites across the UK, you will calibrate both manufacturer and third-party electronic instrumentation used within highly regulated industries including aerospace, defence, communications, semiconductor and advanced technology sectors. This is a hands-on technical role that combines problem solving, customer interaction and independent working, making it ideal for someone with experience in electronic test and measurement calibration who enjoys working in varied customer environments.

Role Overview

• Calibrate and validate RF and microwave electronic test and measurement equipment to defined procedures and recognised standards.
• Carry out calibration activities on both manufacturer and third-party instrumentation at customer locations.
• Ensure equipment maintains the required levels of functionality, accuracy and compliance.
• Diagnose technical issues and resolve a broad range of calibration and instrumentation problems using sound technical judgement.
• Produce accurate calibration records, certificates and supporting documentation.
• Communicate professionally with customers both face to face and in writing to understand technical requirements and provide updates.
• Answer customer technical queries with confidence and professionalism.
• Plan and manage on-site calibration activities whilst maintaining excellent levels of customer service.
• Travel extensively to customer sites throughout the UK, with travel expected to exceed 75% of the role.
• Follow all quality, environmental and health & safety procedures whilst working both independently and at customer facilities.

Experience & Skills Required

• Technical qualification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous experience calibrating electronic Test & Measurement equipment with particular knowledge of RF and Microwave instrumentation.
• Certification or experience as an Electronic or Electrical Technician.
• Good understanding of calibration principles and measurement uncertainty.
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Confidence when interacting directly with customers and explaining technical information.
• Ability to identify potential issues proactively and implement practical solutions.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.
• Full clean UK driving licence.

What's on Offer

This opportunity offers the chance to join one of the world's leading technology organisations, supporting customers operating at the forefront of innovation across communications, aerospace, defence, automotive, semiconductor, energy and advanced manufacturing. You'll enjoy a technically varied role with significant customer interaction, continuous professional development and exposure to industry-leading RF and microwave technologies. Working independently whilst being supported by an established technical team, you'll build your expertise in calibration and electronic measurement whilst developing a long-term career within a globally recognised organisation.

You will receive a competitive base salary, depending on experience together with a contributory pension, private health cover, company and performance related bonus schemes, a company share purchase plan, reduced gym membership, a cycle to work scheme, 33 days holiday and access to on-site cafeteria and vending facilities.

Salary: c£50,000 + Car, 33 days hols, pension, private health cover, company and performance related bonus schemes, company share purchase plan, reduced gym membership, cycle to work scheme and access to on-site cafeteria and vending facilities.

Location: Based locally to Berks, Bucks or Beds with UK travel and overnight stays away at times.

Company: Global specialist in electronic test measurement and calibration services supporting defence, aerospace, energy, communications and wider industrial markets.

Diversity & Inclusion

ENMASE Group operate an inclusive and diverse recruitment process, removing any barriers to the recruitment journey where possible, whilst also ensuring our clients do the same and we can provide any advice or education to them in relation to this. If there may be any support or adjustments required at any point throughout your recruitment journey with us, then please let us know and our trained consultants will assist and advise you accordingly.