Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Field Service Engineer (Machinery / Mechanical)
Field Service Engineer (Machinery / Mechanical) at Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited, based in Wellingborough, East Midlands, paying £35,000 - £40,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Wellingborough, East Midlands
- Closing date
- Sector
- Mechanical Engineer
21% below the typical rate for mechanical engineer
Reference 57431916
About the role
Field Service Engineer (Machinery / Mechanical)
£35,000 - £40,000 + Overtime (£45k OTE) + Company Van + Fuel Expenses + Training + Qualifications Support + Company Benefits
Wellingborough / UK-Wide Travel
Are you a Mechanical or Electrical Engineer looking for a varied field-based role working on specialist packaging machinery, in a family-ran closeknit team?
You'll join a specialist provider of pallet wrapping machinery, stretch film systems and end-of-line packaging solutions, supporting customers across manufacturing, food production, logistics and warehousing.
You'll install, service, repair and optimise packaging machinery at customer sites across the UK. From planned maintenance and breakdowns to commissioning and machine optimisation, you'll play a key role in keeping customers' equipment running reliably and efficiently.
This role would suit a Field Service Engineer, Mechanical Engineer or Electrical Engineer with industrial machinery experience looking for varied work, customer interaction and the opportunity to develop specialist skills.
The Role:
- Install, commission and set up end-of-line packaging machinery
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults
- Work on pallet wrappers, conveyors, turntables, strapping and banding equipment
- Complete service reports and provide technical feedback
- Travel extensively throughout the UK, with occasional overnight stays
- Attend the Wellingborough facility for repairs, training and meetings
The Person:
- Level 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- Experience with industrial machinery or automated equipment
- Full UK driving licence
- Willingness to travel throughout the UK
If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
Reference Number: BBBH27638
Keywords: Field Service Engineer, Service Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Packaging Machinery, Industrial Machinery, Commissioning, Maintenance, PPM, Breakdown Engineer, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, UK Travel
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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Reference: 57431916 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 4 Nov 2026 · Listed via Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
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