Remote Field Service Engineer – LV/MV Switchgear

About the role

ABB Ireland is hiring a Field Service Engineer to report to the Service Team Leader. The role covers service and maintenance of Low Voltage (LV) and/or Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear and related equipment, working remotely with travel to customer sites. The engineer delivers technical knowledge, diagnoses complex electrical system issues and ensures high customer satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver field service activities across LV and/or MV switchgear, with specialist skills in one area
• Carry out preventative maintenance, installations, commissioning, retrofitting and equipment replacements, advising and supporting customers
• Ensure all service complies with ABB technical procedures, commercial guidelines and health, safety and environmental standards
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues through troubleshooting and analysis, aiming for a first-time fix
• Conduct technical training sessions for customers on site and at ABB facilities
• Work with customers to improve equipment performance, reliability and efficiency
• Prepare service documentation, technical reports, material lists and equipment records

Required profile

• Electrical trade certificate or electrical engineering degree, or equivalent, with practical experience in power systems and/or electrical distribution
• 5+ years in field service, including installation and maintenance of LV/MV switchgear
• Demonstrated experience testing and commissioning ABB and/or third-party switchgear and electrical equipment
• Full and clean driving licence and willingness to travel

Required skills

• Solid technical knowledge of LV/MV systems, including protection relays, fault-finding, diagnostics and testing methods
• Good understanding of health, safety and environmental standards, including risk assessments
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and general IT systems

What we offer

• Competitive salary and private medical allowance for yourself and family
• Commercial van and generous bonus scheme
• Contributory pension scheme and employee share acquisition plan
• Internal mobility, mentorships and access to projects globally
• Employee assistance programme and referral scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays