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Service Engineer
Job Posted: 8 hours ago
Salary: £ 18 - 20 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Burton upon Trent
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Service Engineer – Electrical
A specialist engineering firm is seeking a skilled and flexible Service Engineer to support the commissioning, servicing, and fault resolution of high-performance electrical equipment used in power testing applications. This is a hands-on role with regular travel across the UK and Europe, supporting industries such as data centres, utilities, marine, and energy.
About the Role:
You’ll be working on Electrical test equipment designed to simulate electrical loads for testing generators, UPS systems, and other critical infrastructure. These systems range from compact resistive units to large containerised reactive setups, often deployed in high-stakes environments where reliability is non-negotiable.
Key Responsibilities:
Service, repair, and commission load bank systems on customer sites and in-house
Perform electrical testing, resistance/insulation checks, and live load testing
Document findings and produce detailed client reports
Provide remote technical support for urgent breakdowns
Assist with product development and warranty investigations
Occasional soldering, PCB programming, and urgent parts assembly
Travel & Flexibility:
UK-based with regular short trips into Europe (2–3 per month, typically 3 days)
Occasional longer projects (up to 10 days)
Weekend work may be required
All travel time paid hourly; nights away paid at 12 hours minimum
Package:
Hourly rate: £18–£20/hr
Weekday overtime: Time x1.5 after 8 hours, Time x2 after 14 hours
Saturday: Time x1.5 | Sunday: Time x2
25 days annual leave
Company credit card, mobile phone, laptop, and iPad provided
Preferred Qualifications:
NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation/Maintenance
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
ECS card
Electrical Test & Inspect
IOSH or similar safety training
What We’re Looking For:
Strong understanding of electrical drawings and wiring standards
Able to work independently and meet time-critical deadlines
Professional, well-presented, and detail-oriented
Comfortable working solo on international sites
This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer who thrives on variety, travel, and technical challenge—working with industry-leading equipment in a fast-paced, customer-focused environmentBefore You Apply
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