At a Glance
- Tasks: Install, maintain, and troubleshoot high-voltage switchgear across the UK.
- Company: Join a respected manufacturer with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
- Benefits: Earn up to £50,000 plus overtime, company van, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for long-term career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on critical electrical infrastructure while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with HV switchgear and a passion for mentoring junior technicians.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for a Field Service Engineer to join a well-respected manufacturer of high-voltage switchgear, to service a variety of switchgears. The role covers everything from installation and commissioning through to maintenance, servicing and fault finding on customer sites across the UK.
Location: based around Sheffield / Midlands (UK-wide travel)
Benefits: Company Van + Fuel Card
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Overtime
The role: This isn't your typical service role. You'll be supporting critical electrical infrastructure across sectors including rail and industrial environments, working on a wide variety of 33kV and 66kV switchgear rather than being limited to one manufacturer's equipment. If you're looking to broaden your technical exposure, this is a fantastic opportunity.
Key responsibilities:
- Installation, commissioning and servicing of HV switchgear
- Fault finding, maintenance and technical problem solving
- Site surveys and detailed reporting
- Producing risk assessments and method statements
- Working closely with engineering teams to deliver safe, high-quality solutions
- Supporting and developing junior technicians on site
One of the real selling points is the team structure. You'll have junior technicians supporting projects, so if you've mentored apprentices, trained junior engineers or enjoy sharing your knowledge on site, you'll have the opportunity to play a key role in developing others.
Experience required:
- Experience working on HV switchgear (33kV-66kV preferred)
- Installation, commissioning and maintenance experience
- A safety-first approach and excellent customer focus
- Happy to travel across the UK, including occasional nights away
Salary and benefits:
- This role offers a competitive salary of £40,000-£50,000 per annum
- Paid overtime
- Company van and fuel card
- Private medical insurance
- Company pension
- Life assurance
- Sick pay
- Company events
- Long-term career development within a growing engineering business
Switchgear Service Engineer in Sheffield employer: PT Renewables?
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