Field Service Engineer (Diesel Engines)
Location: Glasgow & Edinburgh (Field-Based) sometimes Aberdeen.
Contract Type: Permanent.
Hours: 45 hours per week + overtime.
Salary: 45000 basic + on call + overtime, average pay is grossing 53k plus.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Field-Based Product Support Engineer to work across Glasgow and Edinburgh, supporting the maintenance and service of diesel engines used in locomotives. You dont have to have worked on locomotives, all diesel engine experience useful. This is a hands‑on, field service position working with a range of diesel units, including Class 156s, 155s, Turbostars, 170s and similar rolling stock.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established engineering business on a long-term contract with the potential for a permanent role.
Ideal Candidate
* Experience working on diesel engines, ideally within rail or heavy plant
* Strong mechanical and electrical fault‑finding skills
* Confident working independently in a field‑based role
* Good communication and problem‑solving abilities
* Ideally NVQ level 3 or equivalent in mechanical discipline.
* Full UK driving licence (essential)
Key Responsibilities
Service & Delivery
* Carry out planned modification programmes and reactive maintenance on diesel engines
* Prepare jobs in advance (tools, parts, documentation) and liaise directly with the customer
* Operate independently in the field, delivering safe, high‑quality work on customer sites
* Record all work completed accurately and in line with internal procedures
Customer Focus
* Act as the first point of contact on site, resolving minor customer issues and escalating where needed
* Maintain professional relationships and uphold Wabtecs reputation as a trusted industry partner
* Identify opportunities for additional work or service improvement and report to management
Role Details & Benefits
* Field‑based between Glasgow and Edinburgh and occasionally Aberdeen and Inverness - travel required between sites
* Company van provided for work use, including fuel and expenses
* 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday (this includes the travel time from your front door)
* Overtime available at flat rate
* On‑call rota every other weekend
* £73 per on‑call day (paid regardless of call‑out) - including all on call average extra pay per annum is 8k or 53k total.
* Hourly rate paid on top if called out
Ready to Apply?
If youre a skilled engineer looking for a long‑term field service role with stability, variety, and the chance to work on major rolling stock, we want to hear from you.
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