Field Service Engineer – Job Description
Job Title : Field Service Engineer
Department : Service / Technical Support
Location : On-site / Customer Locations / Field
Job Summary
The Field Service Engineer will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing equipment at customer sites. This role involves diagnosing technical issues, performing preventive maintenance, training users, and ensuring high customer satisfaction. The FSE acts as the company's face in the field and is critical in ensuring equipment uptime and reliability.
Key Responsibilities
- Install and commission equipment / systems at customer locations.
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance on customer equipment.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, mechanical, and / or software issues on site.
- Diagnose and repair faults using diagnostic tools and test equipment.
- Provide on-site training to customers on the correct use and maintenance of the equipment.
- Maintain accurate records of service calls, parts used, time spent, and resolutions.
- Coordinate with internal teams (engineering, parts, sales) to escalate complex issues or order spare parts.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies during field operations.
- Provide feedback to product development teams on recurring customer problems or improvement areas.
- Travel to customer sites as needed and manage the logistics of service calls.
- Maintain a stock of commonly used spare parts and tools in the service vehicle (if applicable).
Qualifications / Skills
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics) or a related field. Talentlyft+2HRBlade+2Proven experience (X years) in field service, installation, or maintenance roles. Velvet Jobs+1Strong technical troubleshooting skills (mechanical, electrical, or software-based). TestlifyExcellent communication and customer service skills. TalentlyftAbility to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively. JobicyWillingness to travel frequently and work on customer premises. MightyRecruiterValid driver's license (if travel needed) and ability to drive to customer sites.Familiarity with safety protocols and risk assessments. Envirogen GroupDesirable (Optional)
Certifications relevant to the equipment (e.g., PLC, electronics, hydraulics).Experience in preparing risk assessments, method statements, and permits for site work. Envirogen GroupKnowledge of the products / systems used by Bhagwan Associates and the ability to recommend improvements.Experience in client training or consultancy-level support.Performance Metrics / KPIs
Service call resolution timeUptime / availability of customer equipmentCustomer satisfaction / feedbackPreventive maintenance complianceParts usage and inventory turnoverReporting Structure
Reports to : Service Manager / Technical ManagerCoordinates with : Sales, Engineering, Parts, Quality, and Customer Support teamsSkills Required
Sales, Engineering, Quality