06 November 2026
Service Engineer - International
Job description
International Service Engineer
A position for an experienced Service Engineer is now available for a specialist instrumentation manufacture to support their growing global customer base.
This role will suit someone with at least 2-3 years of experience as a service engineer wanting to develop a career in a high-tech industry.
Ability to travel globally at relatively short notice is essential for this role.
The role is UK based on their R&D and manufacturing site in Oxfordshire.
You will have the opportunity to work on leading-edge systems, from installation through to equipment and application support.
Technical and engineering skills
- Strong electrical and mechanical engineering knowledge.
- Experience installing, commissioning and maintaining industrial machinery.
- Good fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
- Experience with PLCs, CNC controls and industrial automation.
- Ability to carry out preventative maintenance and equipment upgrades.
Software, Controls and IT Knowledge
- Good general computer literacy and confidence using Windows-based operating systems.
- Experience with industrial machine control software and operator interfaces.
- Ability to install, configure and troubleshoot machine software and control systems.
- Understanding of PLC software, CNC controls and industrial automation systems.
- Ability to configure machine parameters, settings and operating programmes.
- Understanding of data communication between machine hardware, software and control systems.
- Ability to provide remote technical support and assist customers with software-related issues.
International working requirements
- Willingness to travel internationally, sometimes at short notice.
- Comfortable working away from home for extended periods.
- Flexible approach to working hours to accommodate international customers.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Valid passport and ability to travel internationally.
- Good written and spoken English.
Qualifications & Experience
- HNC/HND or Degree level in Electronic/Mechanical Engineering or Physics
- Candidates who do not hold formal qualifications will also be considered, if they can demonstrate an appropriate level of skills and experience.
- 2-3 years industrial experience in a hi-tech environment
Interested, please contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403 or apply immediately
Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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