Field Service Engineer

We are looking for an experienced senior Generator Service/Project Engineer to join our growing close-knit team. As a Generator Engineer, you will have an integral role within the business, assisting in the delivery of the business’s on-site activities. You must be able to work independently or as part of a team to meet customer expectations and achieve our company goals.

This role is based in Bromborough with the expectation to travel where needed, nights away will also be required on occasions. You will work under the operations/service department to carry out routine maintenance on company assets along with our customer’s own equipment ranging from 20kva – 3000kva, predominantly in the field but may be required to work in the service centre at Bromborough.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in both electrical and mechanical maintenance.

Duties/Responsibilities:

To cover all aspects of generator servicing including oil & filter changes and oil, fuel, and coolant sampling
To conduct load bank testing on generator units
To accurately fault-find and diagnose both mechanical and electrical issues
To work on a broad range of generator/engine brands including (but not limited to) Cummins, JCB, Caterpillar, Volvo, Scania, and Iveco
To be able to work independently on engines from 20kVA to 3000KVA
To complete all types of engine repairs (both mechanical and electrical)
Fuel pumps, engine belts, starter motors, fuel hoses, cooling systems, AVR’s etc.
Batteries, battery chargers, water jacket heaters, starter cables, key switches etc.
To be able to interrogate different control systems such as DSE, ComAp and DEIF
To understand changeover systems and synchronising of paired generators
To be able to complete or assist on mechanical engine rebuilds / top end overhauls
To be able to complete or assist on control panel upgrade works / retrofits
To demonstrate knowledge and experience of both mechanical and electrical skillsets
To understand/carry out the installation of both temporary & permanent Generator installations

Essential Skills & Experience

Good level of general education
Minimum of 5 years previous experience with a reputable Generator organisation.
Valid CSCS/ECS card
Ability to manage own workload and establish priorities
Experience in working effectively as part of a team as well as independently
Ability to solve problems with a positive attitude
Self-motivated and able to learn quickly
Strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy
Willingness to undertake further training as required for professional development
Able to liaise with customers professionally and convey information
Have an understanding that the critical power industry regularly operates within unsociable hours