Field Services Engineer in Knowsley

At SIM Switchgear, we are specialists in switchgear services. We operate in demanding environments where safety, clarity of thinking and technical excellence are critical. From workshops to offshore platforms, from planned upgrades to reactive breakdowns, our work keeps power systems safe, protected and in control.

Based in Liverpool, you will deliver a full range of field and workshop-based engineering services, supporting customers across the UK, overseas, offshore and marine sectors. This role is not purely commissioning-based and will suit someone who enjoys variety, responsibility and working across service, maintenance, upgrades, life extension and commissioning activities.

Your primary responsibility is the safe execution of service-related projects, ensuring SIM Switchgear continues to deliver an exceptional customer experience.

The role includes:

• Workshop-based preparation, testing and refurbishment work
• On-site service, maintenance and upgrades
• Offshore and marine mobilisations where required
• Commissioning of installed switchgear as part of wider service activities

No two weeks look the same. This is a hands-on, technically engaging role in a fast-paced environment where mindset matters as much as skillset.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Delivering service, maintenance, upgrade, life extension and commissioning activities on switchgear and ancillary equipment
• Fielding technical enquiries from existing customers and providing practical, professional support
• Undertaking pre-mobilisation activities including risk assessments, method statements and technical planning
• Promoting and actively contributing to a strong Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality culture at SIM and on customer sites
• Fault finding, breakdown investigation and repair of switchgear systems
• Protection relay testing, upgrades and associated reporting
• Workshop-based service, inspection and preparation activities
• Leading safely on-site when working with subcontractors or client teams
• Completing technical reports, service documentation and expense submissions accurately and on time
• Participating in out-of-hours call-out activities when required

SIM Switchgear reserves the right to vary duties in line with operational requirements.

Communication & Professionalism

You will regularly interface with customers, project teams and internal departments. A professional manner, clear communication and a genuine commitment to customer care are essential. You will represent SIM Switchgear across the UK and internationally, often in high-risk or business-critical environments.

Strong practical problem-solving ability, calm and effective decision-making under pressure, commitment to outstanding customer service, ability to manage a varied and changing workload, strong verbal and written communication skills, and a systematic, safety-focused approach to engineering tasks are essential.

Education & Experience

Essential / Strongly Preferred:

• Time-served electrical apprenticeship or equivalent experience
• ONC or higher in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Solid understanding of electrical switchgear, maintenance and fault finding
• Experience in offshore and/or marine environments
• Comfortable producing clear technical reports
• IT literate, including Microsoft Office

Offshore Requirements (where applicable):

• CCNSG Safety Passport
• Offshore certification such as BOSIET, MIST and Offshore Medical (or willingness to obtain)

Why SIM Switchgear

We believe in the power of protection. We put people first. We work safely, think clearly and go beyond when it matters. Our culture is real. It’s the reason our team stays, grows and performs. If you’re looking for a role where your contribution genuinely matters, and where you’re trusted to think, act and deliver, this is it.