🚨 Field Engineer – Specialist Comms & Sensor Systems
📍 South East | 💼 Full-Time 9-5 | 💷 £70,615 per annum inc. of allowances + Overtime
We’re recruiting for a Field Engineer to join a tight-knit technical team supporting the installation, maintenance, and innovation of mission-critical sensor and communication systems.
You’ll be working hands-on across RADAR, VHF, AIS, CCTV, microwave links, weather sensors, and more—systems that operate 24/7 and are essential to safety and operations. This is a field-based role across multiple outdoor and elevated locations (training provided for working at height), offering a genuine variety in environment and tech.
🛠 Your Responsibilities Will Include:
* Installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting field sensor equipment and comms systems
* Diagnosing and resolving complex electrical, electronic, and networking faults
* Supporting system upgrades and contributing to long-term replacement planning
* Leading small on-site project teams and supervising contractors
* Producing and maintaining technical and safety documentation
* Participating in a 1-in-4 on-call rota (includes weekend support, with time off in lieu)
* Collaborating with IT and operational teams to ensure seamless service delivery
* Contributing to system security and compliance with H&S and cyber standards
🎯 We’re Looking For:
* Minimum 5 years Hands-on experience with RADAR, telecoms, RF, and/or microwave systems in a comparable role or setting
* Degree in an electronic engineering or related discipline.
* Thorough knowledge, understanding and application of related H&S regulations e.g., PUWER, LOLER, Working at Height, COSHH.
* Thorough knowledge and understanding of the risks and relevant mitigations associated with the work of the team e.g., WaH, EMF and other hazards.
* Knowledge, understanding and application of relevant cybersecurity principles as a minimum Cyber Essentials.
* Full driving licence.
🎁 What’s In It for You?
* Excellent salary + on-call and location allowances
* 28 days leave + bank holidays
* Pension, healthcare cash plan, wellbeing services
* On-site parking with EV charging
* Training, development, and clear progression