Field Service Engineer

  • Hernshead Recruitment Ltd
  • Apr 30, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

  • As a Switchgear Service Engineer, you will be responsible for the maintenance, inspection, testing and fault-finding of LV and HV switchgear and associated power distribution equipment. The role is primarily site-based, combining hands-on technical work with direct customer interaction. You will support critical electrical infrastructure, ensuring systems operate safely, reliably and in line with relevant standards and procedures.
  • This position suits an engineer with a strong electrical background, confident working on live environments where downtime must be minimised and safety is essential.
  • The ideal candidate will be experienced in electrical power systems and will strictly adhere to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements at all times.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on LV and HV switchgear, including switchboards, distribution boards, breakers and protection devices.
  • Diagnose and rectify electrical faults on power distribution systems in operational environments.
  • Perform inspection, testing and verification of electrical installations in accordance with relevant standards and site procedures.
    Support commissioning activities for new or modified LV and HV switchgear installations.
  • Assist with testing and verification of electrical interfaces to power monitoring, metering and control systems.

Experience required:

  • Strong background in electrical engineering with proven experience working on LV and HV switchgear.
  • Hands-on experience with LV and HV switchboards, circuit breakers, protection relays and power distribution equipment.
  • Ability to safely carry out fault-finding, maintenance and testing on electrical systems.
  • Relevant electrical qualifications (for example NVQ Level 3, City and Guilds, HNC or equivalent).
  • Basic awareness of power monitoring, metering, instrumentation or control panels is advantageous