CHP Field Service Engineer

Location: Exeter (Southwest)Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum + overtime + excellent company benefits (Salary dependent upon relevant experience)Job Type: Permanent

Are you a skilled CHP Engineer looking for an exciting new opportunity in the Southwest?

Do you have experience with power generation, CHP systems, or large plant machinery?

Are you confident diagnosing faults in mechanical and electrical systems up to 415V?

Would you like to work for a market leader in renewable energy with excellent benefits and training opportunities?

• Essential - NVQ Level 2/3 in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Essential - Experience working with large engines, electrics, and diagnostics
• Desirable - Experience in the biogas, power generation, or CHP sectors.
• Essential - Strong mechanical fault-finding and repair skills.
• Desirable - Familiarity with engine control systems (DIANE, COMAP, DEIF, TEM) and 24V DC systems
• Essential - A full UK driving licence.
• Desirable - Gas Safe qualification (desirable but not essential).

Key Personal Attributes:

• A flexible, "can-do" attitude with strong problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, enthusiastic, and punctual, with a strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Competitive salary £38 - 45,000 per annum + overtime (1.5x standard rate; 2x bank holidays).
• Door-to-door pay.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Private healthcare (non-contributory).
• 24 days paid holiday + bank holidays.
• Company vehicle with fuel card (optional private use).
• Specialist tooling, PPE, laptop, and phone provided.
• Perkbox membership and comprehensive training opportunities.

As a Field Service Engineer, you'll be a crucial part of our client's operations, maintaining and repairing biogas engines (30kW-3MW) at client sites across the Southwest.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out routine maintenance, servicing, and repairs on CHP engines.
• Diagnosing and resolving faults in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Managing your own workload and accurately completing service reports.
• Working with control systems such as DIANE, COMAP, DEIF, and TEM.
• Participating in an on-call rota after the initial training period.

Apply NowIf you're a dedicated Field Service Engineer looking to make an impact in the renewable energy sector, we'd love to hear from you!

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