Field Service Engineer – Compressed Air & Gas Systems
Location: Within reasonable travelling distance of Bedford (Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, North Oxfordshire, West Warwickshire)
Salary: Up to £42,500 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 08:30–17:00)
Type: Permanent
The Role
We are recruiting for a Field Service Engineer with strong mechanical and electrical skills to support the service, maintenance and fault diagnosis of compressed air and gas systems.
This is a varied, field-based role involving both specialist industrial equipment and more local service work. You will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and installing a range of systems across different customer sites.
Key Responsibilities
• Service and commission equipment such as refrigeration dryers, desiccant dryers, chillers, and gas generation systems
• Carry out fault finding, diagnostics and technical investigations
• Service, maintain and repair compressed air systems and associated equipment
• Support installation and upgrade projects
• Provide clear technical feedback and updates to customers
• Work independently across multiple sites, with occasional support to wider engineering teams
Skills & Experience
Essential:
• Mechanical and electrical engineering experience
• Background in service, maintenance or field-based engineering roles
• Strong fault finding and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
• Experience working with compressed air systems, dryers, chillers or gas generation equipment
• Engineering qualification or apprenticeship
• Experience using service reporting systems or Office 365
What’s on Offer
• Competitive salary up to £42,500 depending on experience
• Company vehicle and specialist tools provided
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Private healthcare, life assurance and enhanced pension scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment with long-term progression
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