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Field Engineer

TechNest TalentGlasgow, Scotland🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 9 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This contract role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a significant telecommunications program, developing your skills in a high-profile utilities sector project. You'll thrive here if you have a strong background in telecoms and IP networking, and can bring excellent fault-finding abilities to a collaborative team environment. Apply now to leverage your expertise and gain valuable experience in this dynamic field.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Temporary/Casual
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

SPEN Field EngineerLocation: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Ayrshire,Paisley, Renfrewshire, Greenock,Dumfries, Scottish BordersRate: £200£225 per day (Outside IR35)Contract: 6 Months (but extension and long term potential)Start: ImmediateClearance: BPSS (or ability to obtain)

TechNest are partnering with one of Scotland's biggest providers of SPEN Engineers and currently looking for6 experienced Telecom Field Engineers to support a major Scottish Power telecommunications programme across Scotland.

This is a different opportunity to most, for you to join a high-profile project delivering and maintaining critical telecommunications infrastructure within the utilities sector.

You'll be responsible for installing, commissioning, maintaining and supporting telecoms and IP networking equipment (WAN/LAN/MPLS) while working alongside experienced project engineers to deliver high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Installation and commissioning of telecoms and IP networking equipment.
  • 1st line fault finding, maintenance and support.
  • Carry out routine maintenance and assurance activities.
  • Complete site surveys, testing and risk assessments.
  • Produce project documentation and handover packs.
  • Support project delivery while ensuring Health & Safety and quality standards are met.
  • Participate in out-of-hours support when required.
Essential Skills & Experience
  • Previous experience as a Telecoms AND Network Field Engineer.
  • Installation and commissioning of telecoms infrastructure including DC/AC power.
  • Strong IP networking knowledge (LAN, WAN & MPLS).
  • Experience with Cisco and/or Alcatel networking equipment.
  • Experience with PDH, SDH, Microwave Radio or Fibre Networks.
  • Telecoms cabling, termination and testing experience.
  • Excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting skills.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable
  • Scottish Power Authorisations.
  • National Grid Authorisation.
  • IOSH.
  • EUSR.
  • Emergency First Aid at Work.
  • NRSWA.
  • Experience working in HV Substations (11kV400kV).
What's on Offer?
  • £200-£225 per day (Outside IR35).
  • Immediate start.
  • 6-month contract with extension potential.
  • Work on critical national infrastructure projects.
  • Join an experienced and supportive engineering team.
Please note that expenses (travel, accommodation etc.) are not included in this opportunity.

Apply today if you're an experienced Telecoms Field Engineer looking for your next contract opportunity. Interviews are taking place immediately.


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