Generator Engineer

Company:  AC Automation
Location: belfast
Closing Date: 06/07/2026
Salary: £40,000 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent

Job Description

Leading Carrickfergus based Generator Installation & Maintenance Provider is looking for an individual to fill the role of a Diesel Generator Engineer to deliver projects across Northern Ireland. With a vast number of contracts managed in different sectors, there is plenty of room for progression and opportunities within the business.

The successful candidate will have a background either from the Electrical Industry , Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or Diesel Fitting Industry . Previous experience from the Diesel Generator Industry is advantageous but not essential.


Responsibilities of the Role

  • Reporting to the Operations Manager / Service Manager you will be tasked with providing maintenance, installation, diagnosis and repair across a range of diesel generator sets in Northern Ireland
  • Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance
  • Carry out diagnostic, testing, and remedial works on generators and associated equipment
  • Provide call out cover for generator breakdowns on a rota based system
  • Projecting spares requirements for upcoming and planned work
  • Complete load bank testing of customer generator sets (electrical bias)
  • Complete annual servicing and various engine repairs (mechanical bias)
  • Ensure all health and safety, quality and environmental requirements are being complied with.


Qualifications Required

  • NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Installation, or equivalent (electrical bias)
  • IEE 17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (electrical bias)
  • NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent (mechanical bias)
  • Driving Licence


Desirable Attributes

  • Previous experience working with diesel generators / generator systems
  • Previous experience fault finding / commissioning diesel generator systems
  • Previous experience in control panel building
  • Previous experience working with various engines such as; Perkins, Caterpillar, MTU, Volvo, Mitsubishi, Cummins
  • Previous experience in the installation and of modification of fuel systems / exhaust systems


Package

  • Salary negotiable upon qualifications and experience
  • Overtime rate, on call rate, travel time
  • Company vehicle

Skills:
Electrical Electrical Engineering Mechanic Mechanical Engineering Electrician Panel Wiring


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