Dental Engineer

Birmingham
1 day ago
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Are you an experienced Dental Engineer looking for a field-based role with autonomy and genuine career development? Do you want to work for a well-established biomedical engineering organisation that invests in training and values quality above all else?

We are recruiting for a Dental Engineer to join a leading engineering company for Engineers who would be happy to consider a UK wide field service opportunity.

The Role

As a field-based Dental Engineer, you will be responsible for servicing, commissioning and repairing a wide range of dental equipment across contracted sites. You will work closely with account managers to coordinate workloads while managing your own administration, service reports, parts ordering and compliance requirements.

This role offers a high level of autonomy. You will be trusted to manage your diary, maintain your test equipment and stock levels, carry out personal risk assessments and ensure all work meets regulatory and quality standards.

You will also benefit from ongoing technical training through an internal training academy, developing your knowledge across equipment types and manufacturers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Service, repair and commission dental equipment

  • Diagnose faults across mechanical, electrical, air and water systems

  • Provide equipment assessments and quotations where required

  • Complete service documentation via an Asset Management System

  • Maintain compliance with quality and safety procedures

  • Liaise professionally with internal teams and client contacts

    About You

  • Proven experience as a Dental Engineer (essential)

  • Strong knowledge of dental equipment, air lines, water systems and electrics

  • Ability to work independently in a field-based environment

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

  • Good IT skills including Microsoft Office

  • Full UK driving licence

    Salary & Benefits

  • £35,000 – £45,000 (dependent on experience)

  • 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

  • 23 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service to 28 days)

  • Pension scheme

  • Company laptop

  • Private medical insurance after 1 year

  • Enhanced family-friendly benefits

  • Sick pay scheme

  • Ongoing training and professional development

    This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, growing organisation that operates to ISO-accredited standards and prioritises training, compliance and quality service delivery.

    Due to the volume of applications, we are only able to respond to successful candidates. If you have not heard from us within seven working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion

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