Field Service Engineer / Mechanical Engineer - Rotating Equipment

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 BH
 
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:

• Provide overall guidance and oversight for team safety and all related operations
• 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
• Ensure all relevant personnel, including the Quality Engineer and client representatives, are fully informed of RAMS
• Collaborate closely with the Project Manager to build a practical and achievable schedule that reflects staffing needs and estimated timelines
• Track project performance against the established timeline and introduce solutions to address delays or risks to progress

 
Skills & Experience required:

• Skilled professional in fitting 
• Completed an apprenticeship and holds a technical qualification from a further education institution
• Holds a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or equivalent technical credential
• Proven hands-on background working on-site with high-voltage AC and DC rotating machinery, including motors and generators
• Strong track record in servicing vertical hydroelectric generators 
• Proactive, adaptable, and safety-aware team player with strong communication skills
• Practical experience in conducting risk analyses, understanding electrical safety protocols, performing inspections, and taking precision measurements
• 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.