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Job Title: Mechanical Field Engineer
Location: Bedford, UK
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Field Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team based in Bedford. This hybrid role combines hands-on service and repair work with mechanical assembly, offering variety and challenge for a skilled engineer who enjoys both fieldwork and workshop-based tasks.
You’ll be responsible for managing customer repairs, diagnosing faults, performing maintenance, and ensuring optimal performance of industrial braking systems, clutches, and couplings. When not on-site, you’ll support the assembly of mechanical products to high standards.
Key Responsibilities
Service & Repair
Manage customer returns and repairs to meet delivery targets and sales goals.
Inspect and report on returned units, including parts and labour costings.
Rebuild units to “as new” condition and carry out service work on-site and in-house.
Support commissioning, sales, and engineering teams with technical service.
Contribute to quality assurance processes and ISO9001 compliance.
Assembly
Select and prepare kits for assembly based on production priorities.
Assemble and test mechanical products using technical drawings and instructions.
Operate overhead gantry cranes and ensure safe handling of large components.
Maintain cleanliness, safety, and order in the work area.
Report any issues with components, tools, or equipment.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and ISO standards.
Mechanical Field Engineer - Skills & Experience
We’re looking for someone with:
Mechanical/hydraulic service and maintenance engineering experience.
Ability to work independently on customer sites and manage workload.
Proficiency in producing technical reports (MS Word & Excel).
Experience working from engineering drawings.
Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
Assembly and testing experience.
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach.
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