Overview
Field Service Engineer (Cable Harness Assembly) role at TT Electronics plc. Primary focus is building, repairing and installing cable harnesses for military defence vehicles and rail trackside applications, with a focus on customer sites across the UK, predominantly in Telford for the foreseeable future. You will deliver a safe, proactive, flexible and comprehensive technical service to ensure the highest standards of quality and reliability for our clients' cable harness systems. This role involves hands-on technical work, customer interaction, and adherence to strict safety and quality protocols.
Core Responsibilities
* Manufacture, rework, or repair cable harnesses on customer equipment using approved procedures, customer or internal drawings/procedures and IPC standards.
* Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues and customers, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
* Adhere to company Health & Safety procedures, site safety rules, permit-to-work systems, and conduct risk assessments and method statements.
* Liaise with customers prior to job execution to confirm requirements and ensure all necessary safety controls are implemented.
* Comply with industry codes of practice and the company’s Quality Management System.
* Produce accurate and timely documentation for all tasks.
* Work independently or collaboratively within a team of professional technicians or operators.
* Maintain a professional demeanour and communicate effectively with clients face-to-face.
* Travel regularly across the UK, including overnight stays, and work overtime or weekends when required.
Qualifications, Skills and Attributes
* Hands-on experience with cable harness assemblies, including building, repairing, and installing.
* Self-motivated with a keen eye for detail, problem solver and the ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence in client-facing communication.
* Independently manage customer requests, coordinating with clients and internal teams to determine and execute next steps.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
* Ability to build strong relationships with internal teams, including sales, calibration laboratory, and engineering departments.
* Willingness to travel frequently and work flexible hours, including occasional weekends.
Desirable Skills and Experience
* Proven ability to configure, commission, install, and repair cable harnesses.
* Familiarity with military defence vehicle systems or rail trackside applications.
* Experience working to IPC standards for cable harness assembly and repair.
Additional Information
* Location: Field-based, primarily in Telford, with travel across the UK.
* Travel: Regular travel with overnight stays and occasional weekend work required.
* Reporting to: Field Service Manager or equivalent.
* Key Attributes: Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable with a commitment to safety and quality.
This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge military and rail applications, contributing to critical infrastructure while developing your technical expertise and customer relationship skills.
What We Offer
* Enhanced pension contributions
* Healthcare cashback plan
* Employee assistance programme
* Site incentive plan
* Financial wellbeing benefit
* Discounted online and high street shopping and lifestyle vouchers
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Discounted RAC membership
* Discounted Gym membership at local leisure centres
* Specsavers vouchers
* Free Fruit Tuesdays
* 75 hours annual leave plus bank holidays
* A supportive and friendly working environment with a focus on wellbeing and sustainability
TT Electronics are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and actively encourage applications from under-represented groups.
Our Recruitment Process
Initially we will reach out to you for an informal conversation about the role. This will allow you the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about TT, our site and our team. It will also give us the chance to decide if we would like to continue with the process.
Formal Interviews will be held on site and include a tour of the facility.
Due to the specific projects TT Electronics Abercynon supports we are unable to sponsor work visas for this role. Candidates will be required to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard Clearance and hold UK or US citizenship.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre- and during-employment drug and alcohol testing.
Our Commitment
Solving Technology Challenges for a Sustainable World. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to equality of opportunity for all. If you’d like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to your application, please get in touch so we can accommodate and support you in the process.
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