Field Service Engineer – Variable Speed Drives – Derbyshire

Derbyshire | £50,000–£60,000 starting salary + overtime + bonus | Hybrid / Field-Based | Company van, tools and call-out rota

The Field Service Engineer will be responsible for installing, commissioning, repairing, and maintaining ABB variable speed drives (VSDs) across customer sites within the water & wastewater industry.

This position includes participation in an out-of-hours call-out rota.

Package

£50,000 to £60,000 Starting Salary. Paid Overtime. Company Van, Specialist Tools and Test Equipment. Company Bonus.

Key Responsibilities

Install and commission variable speed drives (VSDs), including mechanical mounting, power/control cabling and panel work.

Configure drive parameters, run motor ID tests, complete application programming and carry out functional testing.

Diagnose and repair faulty drives, identifying root causes and replacing components or full units.

Perform planned maintenance: inspections, fan/capacitor changes, firmware updates.

Carry out wiring modifications and update electrical schematics to reflect as-built changes.

Complete service reports, commissioning records and job documentation accurately.

Participate in the call-out rota for breakdowns and urgent customer needs.

Lead on-site engineers, allocate tasks, oversee quality and safety, and mentor junior staff.

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven experience installing, commissioning and maintaining variable speed drives (VSDs).

Hands-on experience with ABB drives (ACS380, ACS580, ACS880 or similar).

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.

Competent with control panel wiring modifications.

Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Skills & Experience

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent electrical qualification.

BS 7671 18th Edition.

Experience with pumping systems, ideally within the UK water industry.

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