Field Service Engineer (Mechanical Bias)
Brighouse (HD6) | UK Travel
£46,000 Basic + Overtime | Realistic £55K-£65K+ (OTE £70K+)
Company Car | 33 Days Holiday | Career Progression
 
Why This Role Stands Out
If you're an experienced Field Service Engineer looking for variety, autonomy, and strong earning potential, this is a standout opportunity.
You'll be joining a well-established engineering business with a global reputation, backed by a larger group and investing in its future. This is not just another service role—this is a chance to work on large, complex machine tools across a wide range of industries.
 
What You'll Earn

• £46,000 basic salary
• Overtime paid at:

o             1.33x weekdays = £30.56/hr
o             1.5x Saturdays = £34.47/hr
o             2x Sundays = £45.96/hr
 
Realistic earnings: £55K-£65K+
Top earners: £70K+
 
The Role
 
You'll be working on large CNC and manual machine tools, carrying out:

• Installation & commissioning
• Service, maintenance & breakdowns
• Machine alignment & fault diagnosis
• Gearbox and machining head work (including bevel gear meshing)

 
This is a customer-facing role, working across:

• Small precision engineering shops
• Large blue-chip manufacturing sites

 
Travel across the UK (South Wales to Scotland)
Occasional international travel (USA / France)
 
What We're Looking For

• Strong background in machine tool servicing (CNC & manual)
• Confident with mechanical fitting, alignment, and fault finding
• Experience with:

o             Machine tool alignment (key skill)
o             Gearbox / bevel gear setup (key skill)

• Able to read engineering drawings & schematics
• Comfortable working independently and on-site with customers
• Flexible to travel and stay away when required

 
What You'll Get

• Company car (Skoda Superb Estate)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (33 total)
• Contributory pension (4% employer)
• Life insurance
• Company clothing
• Ongoing training & development
• Clear progression opportunities

 
Why Apply?

• High earning potential with consistent overtime
• Work on large, interesting machinery (not repetitive production work)
• Strong job security within an established business
• Opportunity to develop and progress

 
Apply Now
If you're a skilled Field Service Engineer looking for your next step, apply today or get in touch with Helen Mitchell for a confidential discussion. HMIND INDHM