Service & Commissioning Engineer

About this position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Support & Commissioning Engineer to join a growing industrial automation business. This hybrid role combines hands-on service engineering, customer support, maintenance planning, and project coordination, supporting automated systems across customer sites throughout the UK. The position offers a mix of office, home-based, and site work with excellent opportunities for development.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Manage customer support requests and coordinate planned service and maintenance activities.
  • Provide remote and on-site fault finding, diagnostics, and technical support for automated systems.
  • Conduct system audits and identify opportunities for upgrades and performance improvements.
  • Deliver small automation projects, including system modifications and upgrades.
  • Coordinate spare parts requirements and maintain accurate service documentation.
  • Build strong customer relationships while working closely with engineering teams to ensure high levels of service delivery.


Experience Required:

  • Background in Service Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, or Industrial Automation.
  • Electrical and/or Mechanical engineering experience within automated manufacturing environments.
  • PLC fault-finding and troubleshooting experience.
  • Experience diagnosing faults on automated machinery and industrial equipment.
  • Knowledge of sensors, drives, HMIs, and industrial control systems is advantageous.
  • Strong communication and customer-facing skills with the ability to work independently.
  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites across the UK.

Job Details

Company
Hernshead Recruitment Ltd
Location
WA4, Daresbury, Borough of Halton, Cheshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / Remote Options
Employment Type
Permanent
Posted