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Field Service Engineer (EC&I)
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Job Title
Field Service Engineer (EC&I)
About the Role
Howden Turbo UK is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer (EC&I) to join our global Field Service team. This is a hands-on, technically challenging role focused on delivering expert engineering support worldwide. You will be responsible for the overhaul, maintenance, commissioning, and optimisation of steam turbines and associated control systems.
As the face of Howden on customer sites, you will:
- Deliver high-quality technical support, ensuring safe and efficient execution
- Build strong, trusted relationships with operators, technicians, and project teams
- Work in complex industrial environments, solving challenges in real-time
- Provide worldwide field support, often with short-notice travel
This is a home-based role requiring extensive international travel.
About Us
Howden Turbo UK—formerly Peter Brotherhood)—is a heritage-driven engineering business, with 150+ years of expertise in designing, manufacturing, and servicing:
- Steam turbines
- High-integrity rotating equipment
Based in Peterborough, we support critical industries, including:
- Power generation
- Defence
- Marine
- Industrial markets
Now part of Howden and the Chart Industries Group, we combine:
- Deep local expertise with global engineering leadership
- Innovation and scale to tackle complex, high-value projects
Joining our "Bright Future" mission, our team contributes to cleaner energy, greater efficiency, and reduced emissions, supporting the future of sustainable industrial technology.
Responsibilities
- Provide on-site EC&I technical support for:
- Steam turbine overhaul, repair, maintenance, upgrades, fault-finding, and commissioning
- Ensure safe, professional, and high-standard execution—right first time, on time
- Produce clear, detailed Site Reports, detailing actions, risks, and improvement opportunities
- Supervise customer or company technicians on-site, upholding safe working practices
- Complete risk assessments and adhere to health & safety procedures
- Mobilise projects effectively and facilitate on-site communication with stakeholders
- Represent Howden professionally, fostering strong customer relationships as a trusted technical partner
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Requirements
Essential
- Strong EC&I background with hands-on experience in:
- PLC/HMI programming/troubleshooting, including:
- Rockwell: Studio 5000, RSLogix 5000, Logix 500, FactoryTalk
- Siemens: PCS7, Step 7, WinCC, TIA Portal
- Schneider: Control Expert / SCADA Expert
- Woodward 505 governors & Basler DECS 200/250 AVRs
- PLC/HMI programming/troubleshooting, including:
- Familiarity with:
- Industrial communication protocols: Modbus (RS485/TCP), Profibus, Profinet, ControlNet
- Power generation systems (5–30MW), covering:
- Governor/excitation systems
- Droop/isochronous control
- Active/reactive power & pressure regulation
- Knowledge of steam turbine maintenance and repair
- Ability to supervise complex on-site activities (installation, commissioning, maintenance)
- Strong customer-facing skills with a talent for building effective working relationships
- Excellent written communication, capable of producing:
- Risk assessments
- Site reports
- Root Cause Analyses (RCAs)
- Method statements
- Scopes of work
- Experience working internationally, including in non-English-speaking environments
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Full UK driving licence
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Desirable
- Experience in steam turbine installation and commissioning (training provided where necessary)
- Offshore engineering experience
Benefits
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Allowances | Travel rates vary: £50–£230 (UK to offshore locations) |
| Holiday Entitlement | 33 days’ annual leave (generous package) |
| Pension Plan | Employee contribution up to 7% from Howden |
| Parental Leave | Enhanced pay for: Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental & Adoption |
| Healthcare | Cash plan offering financial support for health-related costs |
| Group Life Assurance | Cover offered at 3x salary |
| Income Protection Plan | Group scheme for financial security during illness |
| Wellbeing Portal | Access to: Cycle2Work schemes, retailer discounts, health & wellbeing resources |
| Dedicated Support Services | Free: Counselling, physiotherapy, medical second opinions, remote GP access |
| Volunteering Opportunities | Engage in UN Sustainable Development Goals-aligned initiatives |
| Career Growth | Pathways in STEM ambassadorship and leadership within Bright Future |
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