Field Service Engineer (Reading)

Full-time Engineering

Overview

We’re hiring a Field Service Engineer to join a leading UK provider of physical security systems (gates, barriers, blockers, turnstiles).

This is a hands-on field role suited to engineers with experience working on larger machinery, agricultural equipment, or PLC-controlled systems, alongside strong mechanical capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, service and repair security systems (gates, barriers, blockers, turnstiles)
• Fault-find across mechanical and basic electrical/PLC systems
• Attend breakdowns and support reactive maintenance
• Participate in on-call rota (1 in 5 → 1 in 6)
• Complete digital job reports and liaise with clients on-site
• Travel regionally with occasional overnight stays

Requirements

• Strong mechanical engineering background (essential)
• Experience with larger machinery / plant / agricultural equipment / PLC-controlled sy...