Field Service Engineer jobs in Scotland

Matsuura has been a driving force in engineering innovation and manufacturing excellence since 1935. Renowned for pioneering advancements in high-speed CNC machining, CNC automation systems, and cutting-edge additive manufacturing technologies, we continue to set industry standards across the UK and beyond.

Due to continued growth within our UK customer base, we are currently recruiting for experienced Field Service Engineers with a strong mechanical bias to join the Matsuura team.

In this role, you will provide professional engineering support at customer sites across the UK, carrying out fault diagnosis, repairs, preventative maintenance, and servicing of machinery. The position will involve working across both mechanical and electrical disciplines, ensuring equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably while delivering a high standard of customer service. Full product training will be given.

This is a full time, permanent position that offers the opportunity to work at customer sites across the UK and includes regular travel and overnight stays as required.

At Matsuura we value our employees and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding work environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a successful and growing company with excellent company benefits.

Benefits package:

Competitive salary (dependant on experience)

Company vehicle (with private fuel benefit)

Enhanced pension scheme – with generous employer contributions

Private healthcare scheme (option to add family members)

Medical cash plan

Life insurance

Income protection scheme

Critical illness policy

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional days for length of service

Employee discount platform

Employee assistance programme

36 hour working week – early finish on Fridays

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out scheduled maintenance and service visits
• Undertake mechanical and electrical repairs across Matsuura machines and other products within the Matsuura product range
• Complete electrical and mechanical retrofits
• Undertake spindle exchanges where required
• Assist with the installation and set up of new machinery at customer sites
• Provide technical support as required
• Ensure all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company procedures and health and safety regulations

About You:

Experience & Technical Requirements:

• A solid engineering background within the machine tool industry, including experience with installation, servicing and maintenance
• Previous experience working for a machine tool or lathe manufacturer / agent is essential
• Experience and familiarity with FANUC control systems would be advantageous
• Strong mechanical knowledge and some understanding of electrical systems would be advantageous

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive, flexible, self-motivated team player with the ability to work independently and take full ownership of assigned tasks
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with customers and colleagues
• Strong practical engineering skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and delivering high-quality service to customers
• Committed to maintaining high standards of quality, health and safety and professionalism at all times
• Full, valid driving licence required, with the ability and willingness to travel to customer sites throughout the UK

Pay: From £47,963.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Do you have a solid engineering background within the machine tool industry ?

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: On the road