Job Description
Field Service Engineer (Diesel Engines)
Location: Glasgow & Edinburgh (Field-Based) sometimes Aberdeen.
Contract Type: Permanent.
Hours: 45 hours per week + overtime
Salary: 41,760 + on call + overtime, most guys are grossing 50k plus.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Field-Based Product Support Engineer to work across Glasgow and Edinburgh, supporting the maintenance and service of diesel engines used in locomotives. you don’t have to have worked on locomotives, all diesel engine experience useful This is a hands-on, field service position working with a range of diesel units, including Class 156s, 155s, Turbostars, 170s and similar rolling stock.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering business on a long-term contract with the potential for a permanent role.
Key Responsibilities:
Service & Delivery
Carry out planned modification programmes and reactive maintenance on diesel engines
Prepare jobs in advance (tools, parts, documentation) and liaise directly with the customer
Operate independently in the field, delivering safe, high-quality work on customer sites
Record all work completed accurately and in line with internal procedures
Customer Focus
Act as the first point of contact on site, resolving minor customer issues and escalating where needed
Maintain professional relationships and uphold Wabtec’s reputation as a trusted industry partner
Identify opportunities for additional work or service improvement and report to management
Role Details & Benefits:
Field-based between Glasgow and Edinburgh and occasionally Aberdeen – travel required between sites
Company van provided for work use, including fuel and expenses
45 hours per week, Monday to Friday (this includes the travel time from your front door)
Overtime available at flat rate
On-call rota every other weekend
o 73 per on-call day (paid regardless of call-out)
o Hourly rate paid on top if called out
Long-term contract with the potential to go permanent
Ideal Candidate:
Experience working on diesel engines, ideally within rail or heavy plant
Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills
Confident working independently in a field-based role
Good communication and problem-solving abilities
Ideally NVQ level 3 or equivalent in mechanical discipline.
Full UK driving licence (essential)
Ready to Apply?
If you’re a skilled engineer looking for a long-term field service role with stability, variety, and the chance to work on major rolling stock, we want to hear from you.
