Generator Engineer (Mobile)

Location: Livingston, Scotland

Salary/Bonuses: £35,000 - £40,000 basic | OTE up to £55,000 + Company Vehicle

Neos Engineering are partnered with a long-established specialising in power generation and critical backup systems. With decades of expertise and a strong reputation for quality service, the company is now looking to expand its engineering team due to consistent growth and new long-term contracts.

The Role

As a Mobile Generator Engineer, you'll split your time with field-based assignments around Livingston and surrounding areas with occasional workshop duties if business requires. You'll be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, and fault finding on a variety of diesel and gas generator systems, supporting both commercial and industrial clients. This is a varied and rewarding position ideal for someone who enjoys a combination of hands-on mechanical and electrical work with customer-facing responsibilities.

Key duties include:

Service, maintenance and repair of generator sets (diesel and gas)
On-site fault finding, load testing, and system diagnostics
Preventative maintenance and emergency call-outs (with overtime available)
Workshop-based rebuilds, inspections and electrical testing if required
The Candidate

We're looking for someone with proven experience in generator engineering - ideally in both mobile and workshop environments. You should be confident working independently, have strong problem-solving skills, and be able to represent the business professionally in front of customers.

Essential:

Background in diesel generator maintenance and repair
Comfortable with both mechanical and electrical systems
Full UK driving licence
Willing to travel
Desirable:

Experience with control panel wiring and diagnostics
Manufacturer-specific training or certifications (e.g. FG Wilson, Perkins, Cummins)
Diesel Generator experience
The Benefits

£35,000 - £40,000 basic salary
On-target earnings up to £55,000
Company vehicle provided
Tools, PPE and mobile phone provided
Overtime rates and performance bonuses
Ongoing training and development opportunities