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Field Service Engineer – Laboratory Automation / Robotics

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Summary

Location

Glasgow / Inverness / City of Edinburgh / Aberdeen + 14 other locations (Remote)

Work

Full-time

Key Skills

PLC Programming Commissioning Field Service Industrial Robotics Root Cause Analysis TCP/IP

Job Classification

Field Service Engineer Healthcare & Life Sciences

About this Job

Location: United Kingdom (Home Based) Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

We are supporting an innovative international technology company operating within the life sciences and laboratory automation space as they look to hire a Field Service Engineer in the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business delivering cutting-edge robotic and automated systems used by biotechnology, pharmaceutical and research organisations to improve efficiency, accuracy and workflow performance.

Working remotely and travelling to customer sites across the UK, you will be responsible for installation, servicing, fault finding, upgrades and customer support across a range of advanced electromechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities

Install, commission and calibrate automated laboratory equipment at customer locations
Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical and system faults
Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive service visits
Support system upgrades, relocations and hardware improvements
Deliver user training on equipment operation and basic software functionality
Maintain accurate service records, reports and documentation
Build strong customer relationships through professional on-site support
Manage spare parts stock and field inventory effectively
Work closely with internal technical teams to resolve more complex issues

Requirements

Experience in a Field Service Engineer, Service Technician or similar customer-facing engineering role
Background in automation, robotics, instrumentation, laboratory equipment, medical devices or related machinery
Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems
Comfortable working independently in the field
Good communication and customer service skills
Basic networking / communications knowledge (TCP/IP, serial comms etc.) advantageous
Relevant engineering qualification (HNC, apprenticeship, ONC, NVQ or equivalent)
Full UK driving licence
Willingness to travel regularly with overnight stays where required

Desirable

Experience with robotic systems or automated handling equipment
Exposure to life sciences, pharma or laboratory environments
Software / controls troubleshooting experience

Why Apply?

Join a growing specialist technology business in an exciting sector
Work with advanced automation and robotics systems
Strong autonomy and field-based flexibility
Excellent long-term career development opportunities
Supportive international engineering team

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.

About the Company

Simba Talent

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Simba Talent – Thoughtful Recruitment, Rooted in Integrity At Simba Talent, we know recruitment can feel overwhelming—whether you’re a business searching for the right hire or a candidate looking for a role that fits just right. We also understand what’s at stake. A poor hiring decision doesn’t just cost money; it wastes time, drains resources, and disrupts teams. For candidates, a misstep can mean frustration, uncertainty, and wasted effort. That’s why we’re here: to make the process human again. We’ve walked in your shoes. We’ve been candidates navigating cold, impersonal processes, and we’ve worked in businesses that put profits before people. Simba Talent was born from a desire to do better—for everyone involved. We approach recruitment thoughtfully, with empathy and care, because we believe that getting it right is worth the extra effort. For us, it all starts with listening. Whether it’s understanding a company’s culture or a candidate’s personal values, we dig deeper to ensure every match we make is rooted in authenticity and alignment. Why Simba Talent? Before we act, we listen. We believe that understanding is the foundation of great recruitment. Whether you’re a client or a candidate, we take the time to hear your story, your challenges, and your goals. Our Expertise IT Software Development Recruitment Helping tech-driven companies find developers and engineers who solve problems and create meaningful change. Oil & Gas Recruitment Connecting energy businesses with skilled individuals who bring experience, reliability, and integrity to the field. HGV Recruitment Partnering with businesses in logistics and transport to find dependable professionals who keep operations running smoothly.

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