Permanent Field Engineer
Rochford, Essex – up to £50,000 (£65,000 -£75,000 OTE including overtime)
The Field Engineer will be responsible for installation, commissioning, maintenance, repairs, servicing, rebuilding, and troubleshooting equipment. This role involves both planned and unplanned activities, including executing validation documents and undertaking site visits. The engineer will represent the company and must be an adaptable problem-solver. This is a traveling-based role, both domestically and internationally, and may involve the engineer working in the absence of the Field Service Engineering Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
Mechanical Assembly:
Assemble and test full machines and systems, including standard and custom machines (e.g., nitrogen purge, cryomills, blenders, hoists).
Perform mechanical assembly of sub-assemblies (e.g., gearboxes, chain drives, bearing housings).
Troubleshoot and offer solutions for repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting at customer sites.
Participate in FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) or Final Inspections of machinery before installation, when required.
Field Service Planning:
Ensure timely ordering of parts for repairs in collaboration with Purchasing and Project Managers.
Arrange necessary site equipment (e.g., skates, A-Frames, forklifts) and discuss cost responsibilities with cu...