Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to Operations Manager, Motion Service.

As a Field Service Engineer, no two days will be the same. You'll carry out routine maintenances, repairs and commissioning on LV and MV variable speed drives at our customer sites across the UK. Our customers range from automotive wind tunnels to wind turbines and papermills to steel plants. You'll be part of a supportive team of technical support, project, and field service engineers.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

What's in it for you?

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

Your Role and Responsibilities

In this role, you'll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.

Work model: Home based with travel located south of the Midlands.

You'll be responsible for the following activities on ABB's LV and MV variable speed drives in the UK:

• Commissioning of new and upgraded drives.
• Routine technical maintenance in accordance with ABB's bespoke maintenance schedules.
• Fault finding and repair activities at customers' sites.
• Participation on a 24/7 on-call system providing emergency response to ABB's contract customers.
• From time to time, you may be involved in longer term projects delivering upgrades and new systems. These will be in the UK and potentially offshore.

Qualifications for the Role

• Technical training or experience in Electrical Engineering.
• Industrial background.
• Highly motivated individual.
• Willingness to learn and progress both in the classroom and in the field.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Fault finding experience on electrical equipment.
• Previous experience working with Variable Speed Drives.
• Field Service Engineer Background.
• Full UK driving license required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Competitive contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)
• Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous employee referral scheme
• Company car
• Private medical cover
• Generous bonus scheme

For the 6th consecutive year ABB UK has been recognised as a Top Employer in UK. Being certified as a Top Employer showcases an organisation's dedication to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent HR policies and people practices.

More about us

ABB Motion provides pioneering technology, products, solutions and related services to industrial customers to increase energy efficiency, improve safety and reliability, and maintain precise control over processes. The portfolio includes motors, generators and drives for a wide range of applications in all industrial sectors.

Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world.

Run What Runs the World. #RunwithABB

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

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