Field Service Engineer

Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing
Pontypridd, Cymru / Wales, United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
£45,000 – £46,000 pa

Salary

£45,000 – £46,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
8 May 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Benefits

Pension Life Insurance Flexible Working Compressed Hours Option

This Service Engineer role offers an exciting opportunity to work within the industrial and manufacturing sector. The position requires expertise in engineering and manufacturing processes, as well as a commitment to maintaining high standards in service delivery.

Client Details

The employer is a well-established organisation in the industrial and manufacturing industry. Known for its innovative approach to engineering solutions, the company operates with a dedicated focus on quality and efficiency in its small-sized team.

Description

  • Installing and supporting industrial laser and automation systems at customer facilities.
  • Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical and process-related faults both remotely and on-site.
  • Providing technical support to customers during production operations.
  • Supporting machine testing and factory acceptance testing prior to shipment.
  • Performing preventative maintenance and service inspections on installed equipment.
  • Assisting customers with setup, optimisation and process adjustments for laser applications.
  • Documenting service activities, technical issues and resolutions through internal systems and service reports.
  • Working closely with Engineering, Production and Applications teams to provide feedback from the field that supports continuous product improvement.
  • Supporting customer training during machine installation and commissioning.
  • Responding to service tickets and technical enquiries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Travelling to customer sites (UK and international) as required to support installations, upgrades and service activities.
  • Maintaining a safe, organised and professional working environment when operating both internally and at customer facilities.

Profile

A successful Service Engineer should have:

  • Equivalent experience in an engineering or technical discipline (electrical, mechanical, mechatronics or automation preferred).
  • Experience working in a service, maintenance or commissioning role within industrial equipment or automation environments.
  • Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical, electrical and control systems.
  • Ability to read technical drawings, electrical schematics and system documentation.
  • Comfortable working independently at customer sites while representing the company professionally.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality technical support.
  • Positive, proactive approach to problem solving.
  • Good organisational skills and ability to manage service tasks effectively.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to customers and internal teams.
  • Willingness to travel nationally and internationally when required.
  • Desire to continuously learn and develop technical knowledge in laser and automation technologies.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment

Job Offer

  • £45,000
  • Full training on our laser systems, automation platforms and service procedures.
  • Opportunities to work with advanced laser and robotic technologies used in medical, EV and high-tech industries.
  • Exposure to international customers and real-world manufacturing environments.
  • A clear development pathway within a fast-growing, high-technology business.
  • Pension, life insurance and standard company benefits.
  • 37-hour full-time role with flexible working arrangements within business needs. Opt-in compressed hours option.

If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering and manufacturing career, apply today for this exciting Service Engineer opportunity in Pontypridd!

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Field Service Engineer

Vivid Resourcing Ltd United Kingdom
£40,000 – £50,000 pa On-site

Field Service Engineer

Samuel Frank Dallington, West Northamptonshire, Northamptonshire, NN5 7AA, United Kingdom
£38,000 – £45,000 pa Remote

Field Service Engineer

Samuel Frank Great Sankey, Cheshire, United Kingdom
£38,000 – £45,000 pa On-site

Field Service Engineer

Michael Page Engineering & Manufacturing Pontypridd, Cymru / Wales, United Kingdom
£45,000 – £46,000 pa Hybrid

Field Service Engineer - Agricultural

Rise Technical Recruitment Northallerton, United Kingdom
£32,000 – £37,000 pa On-site

Field Service Engineer - Agricultural

Rise Technical Recruitment Carlisle, CA3 8LU, United Kingdom
£32,000 – £37,000 pa On-site

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Robotics Jobs in the UK: Roles, Skills, Salaries and How to Get Hired (2026 Guide)

Robotics Jobs UK 2026: roles, salaries and skills for engineers and researchers in manufacturing, logistics, autonomous vehicles, defence and healthcare. In the UK, most robotics jobs cluster around hubs such as London, Cambridge, Bristol, Oxford, Manchester and Edinburgh, with common titles including Robotics Engineer, SLAM Engineer, Controls Engineer and Mechatronics Engineer. The most efficient way to browse live robotics jobs is via specialist boards like RoboticsJobs.co.uk, which curate roles specifically in this field so you are not lost in generic tech listings. This guide covers everything you need to know about robotics jobs in the UK in 2026, from the roles and skills in demand to where to find live opportunities and how to stand out as a candidate.

Where to Advertise Robotics Jobs in the UK (2026 Guide)

Where to advertise robotics jobs UK in 2026: the specialist boards, university channels and community routes that reach robotics, SLAM and controls talent. The candidate pool spans mechanical engineers, software developers, controls specialists, computer vision researchers and systems integrators — a multidisciplinary mix that general job boards are poorly equipped to reach. The strongest robotics candidates are often embedded in research groups, defence programmes or advanced manufacturing environments, and move between roles through specialist networks and industry events rather than mainstream platforms. This guide, published by RoboticsJobs.co.uk, covers where to advertise robotics roles in the UK in 2026, how the main platforms compare, what employers should expect to pay, and what the data says about hiring across different role types.