Job Description

Role: Field Service Engineer / Mechanical Engineer

Sector: Rotating Machinery / Rotational Equipment

Location: Nationwide Site Visits / Remote

Salary: £48,000 to £60,000 NEG (DOE) + Over Time

Benefits: Bonus, Life Assurance x4, Pension up to 8% Contribution, Gym Membership, Sick Pay, 25 Days holiday + 8 BHO

Owen Daniels is currently engaged with a leading provider of rotating equipment services, to recruit a Field Service Engineer / Mechanical Engineer. This full-time position is ideal for an experienced Mechanical Engineer with hands-on expertise in rotating machinery and hydroelectric generators. The role involves working across multiple sites across the UK and some Europe, so a willingness to travel is essential.

Field Service Engineer / Mechanical Engineer - Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide overall guidance and oversight for team safety and all related operations.
2. Create detailed assessments of potential hazards and outline procedural steps (RAMS) to manage risks, while clearly defining work scope for both team members and the client.
3. Ensure all relevant personnel, including the Quality Engineer and client representatives, are fully informed of RAMS.
4. Collaborate closely with the Project Manager to build a practical and achievable schedule that reflects staffing needs and estimated timelines.
5. Track project performance against the established timeline and introduce solutions to address delays or risks to progress.

Skills & Experience Required:

1. Skilled professional in fitting.
2. Completed an apprenticeship and holds a technical qualification from a further education institution.
3. Holds a Higher Certificate (HNC) or equivalent technical credential.
4. Proven hands-on background working on-site with high-voltage AC and DC rotating machinery, including motors and generators.
5. Strong track record in servicing vertical hydroelectric generators.
6. Proactive, adaptable, and safety-aware team player with strong communication skills.
7. Practical experience in conducting risk analyses, understanding electrical safety protocols, performing inspections, and taking precision measurements.
8. Must have a valid driver’s license with own car and passport.

This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career offering progression and professional growth as a Field Service Engineer / Mechanical Engineer. Interested candidates are invited to apply with an up-to-date CV or contact Amar at Owen Daniels Midlands office for a confidential discussion.