Field Service Engineer – Automation, BMS & Controls
Posted 12/05/2026 by Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd
Field Service Engineer – Automation, BMS & Controls
Location: Thanet, Kent (UK-wide travel to client sites)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
PWR Contacts: Emily Powell or Sammy Messenger.
Pearson Whiffin Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a specialist engineering business operating at the forefront of automation, BMS integration and control systems.
This is a varied, technically engaging role supporting projects across data centres, advanced manufacturing and high-spec environments. The successful engineer will be involved in commissioning, diagnostics, system integration and client support across the UK.
This role offers genuine technical depth, variety and long-term development for an engineer who enjoys site-based work and complex automation systems.
Key Responsibilities- Install, commission and support automation, SCADA and BMS control systems
- Carry out diagnostics, troubleshooting and fault-finding across hardware and software
- Configure and program PLCs, HMIs and SCADA platforms
- Commission and support OT Fieldbus communications (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP)
- Provide on-site technical support, guidance and system training to clients
- Work closely with in-house software and design teams to deliver projects successfully
- Produce commissioning records, service reports and technical documentation
- Travel to client sites across the UK, with occasional overnight stays
- Proven experience within automation or control engineering
- Hands-on PLC programming experience (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi or similar)
- Strong knowledge of SCADA systems, HMIs and industrial communications
- Experience with BMS integration and OT environments
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics
- Confident working independently on client sites
- Full UK driving licence
- Python or scripting experience within automation environments
- Experience with UPS systems, HVAC controls or power distribution
- Background in data centre or high-spec manufacturing commissioning
This is an opportunity to join a technically advanced organisation delivering bespoke, high-value engineering solutions. You’ll gain exposure to complex systems, national projects and a broad range of automation technologies, with real scope to develop your skills.
Apply online with an up-to-date CV.
- Type:
- Permanent
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- 5271
- Job ID:
- 225098997
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