Field Service Engineer at Howden, A Chart Industries Company in Renfrew, Scotland, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

installation

commissioning

servicing

documentation

hse compliance

client liaison

The main purpose of the Field Service & Commissioning Engineer is to have responsibilty for the supervision of the installation, commissioning and servicing of compressors and compressor packages.

Liase with internal Departments on all issues relating to compressor packages
Maintain relationships with users of Howden Compressors and compressor packages providing timely and professional responses as and when required.
Control and supervision of all on-site activities for the servicing of compressor packages in compliance with Company standards and requirements.
Prepare all documentation relative to processing of on-site activities, to daily reports, visit reports, site communications, time sheet completion and commissioning documents.
Ensure adherence to company environmental, health and safety standards in compliance with company policies to ensure a safe working environment and the minimisation of environmental impact.
Conduct communication and liaise with clients on-site to control and coordinate on-site activities and provide technical support pertinent to installation, commissioning and servicing.
Interact and respond to all aspects of CBS supporting cost reduction, efficiency, delivery and Quality improvements.
Control and supervision of all on-site activities for the installation and commissioning of compressors and compressor packages in compliance with company standards and requirements.
Preparation of Health and Safety risk assessments prior to and during on-site assignments, strictly following Howden Health and Safety policies.

Requirements

screw compressors

instrumentation

process gas

hnc mechanical

offshore certification

time management

Experience of process gas applications
Experienced global traveller to remote location
Experience of working in a Mechanical environment
Time Management
Ability to self manage in remote locations
Previous experience of Screw compressors
Instrumentation/control software experience
HNC in Mechanical Engineering or proven experience in rotating equipment
Offshore certification
Good communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Previous experience of working in a Electrical environment

Benefits

Our Benefits Package...

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental and adoption leave pay
Dedicated Help@Hand Service – free counselling, physiotherapy, financial support, medical second opinion, remote GP, personal training, nutrition consultations etc
Generous holiday entitlement package totalling 33 days annual leave
Healthcare cash plan
Group Income Protection plan
Access to My Howden Benefits & Wellbeing Portal – Cycle2Work programme, range of discounts across various retailers, wealth of information to support health & wellbeing
Group Life Assurance plan at 3x salary
Free onsite parking
Howden Pension Plan with a maximum employer contribution of 7%
Opportunity to be involved in our ESG ‘Bright Future’ initiatives – STEM ambassador & volunteering

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

160+ Years

Company History

The company has a legacy of over 160 years, contributing to the industrial revolution and modern clean-tech innovations.

2023

Recent Acquisition

Acquired by Chart Industries in 2023, merging legacy expertise with modern clean-tech ambitions.

100+ Countries

Global Presence

Operates with a worldwide footprint, delivering precision solutions across diverse industries.

Millions Saved

Emission Reduction

Pioneered innovations that have saved millions of cubic meters of vent gas, equivalent to tens of thousands of tons of CO₂ emissions.

Serves industries worldwide, including power generation, oil & gas, water treatment, mining, and chemicals, through precision air and gas solutions.
Typical projects include centrifugal fans for power plants, diaphragm compressors for toxic or radioactive gas handling, and steam turbines for energy recovery.
Provides aftermarket services under a 4P model (Parts, Presence, Precision, Prevention) to ensure long-term reliability and uptime for critical assets.

Culture + Values

100+

Countries Served

The company operates with a customer-centric approach, providing local responsiveness in over 100 countries.

A culture focused on innovation, sustainability, and teamwork
Commitment to developing engineered solutions that optimise customer processes and drive decarbonisation
Dedication to continuous improvement and comprehensive after-sales support

Environment + Sustainability

50% Reduction

GHG Intensity Target

Committed to reducing Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas intensity by 50% by 2030, with a 2020 baseline.

Carbon Neutral by 2035

Net-Zero Target

Aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035, marking a significant step toward sustainability goals.

>245M CO₂ Avoided

Customer Impact

Installed Howden products help avoid over 245 million tons of CO₂ emissions annually.

22–23% Emission Drop

Carbon Reduction in 2022

Achieved a substantial 22–23% absolute reduction in carbon emissions in 2022.

28% of operations achieved zero waste to landfill in 2022
Mains water usage reduced by 7% year-over-year in 2022
Joined CDP in 2021; CDP score improved from C (2021) to B (2022)
50% of production sites certified to ISO 14001 as of 2021

Inclusion & Diversity

40% female on management team

Target by 2030

Aim to achieve 40% female representation on the management team by 2030.

35% female in senior roles

Target by 2030

Aim to achieve 35% female representation in senior roles by 2030.

25% volunteer participation

Employee volunteer rate

Aim to achieve 25% employee participation in community programs by 2030.

4 of 10 board members female

Board composition

4 out of 10 board members are female, reflecting a gender-balanced leadership structure.

Launched Howden Compliance Week focused on ethics, data privacy, anti-bribery, anti-trust (since 2021)
Introduced executive incentive plans linking 25% of short-term bonuses to ESG performance

Articles

Video Library – Introducing Howden

Compressor Training Courses

Careers & Culture – All of Us initiative

Role

Description

installation

commissioning

servicing

documentation

hse compliance

client liaison

The main purpose of the Field Service & Commissioning Engineer is to have responsibilty for the supervision of the installation, commissioning and servicing of compressors and compressor packages.

Liase with internal Departments on all issues relating to compressor packages
Maintain relationships with users of Howden Compressors and compressor packages providing timely and professional responses as and when required.
Control and supervision of all on-site activities for the servicing of compressor packages in compliance with Company standards and requirements.
Prepare all documentation relative to processing of on-site activities, to daily reports, visit reports, site communications, time sheet completion and commissioning documents.
Ensure adherence to company environmental, health and safety standards in compliance with company policies to ensure a safe working environment and the minimisation of environmental impact.
Conduct communication and liaise with clients on-site to control and coordinate on-site activities and provide technical support pertinent to installation, commissioning and servicing.
Interact and respond to all aspects of CBS supporting cost reduction, efficiency, delivery and Quality improvements.
Control and supervision of all on-site activities for the installation and commissioning of compressors and compressor packages in compliance with company standards and requirements.
Preparation of Health and Safety risk assessments prior to and during on-site assignments, strictly following Howden Health and Safety policies.

Requirements

screw compressors

instrumentation

process gas

hnc mechanical

offshore certification

time management

Experience of process gas applications
Experienced global traveller to remote location
Experience of working in a Mechanical environment
Time Management
Ability to self manage in remote locations
Previous experience of Screw compressors
Instrumentation/control software experience
HNC in Mechanical Engineering or proven experience in rotating equipment
Offshore certification
Good communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Previous experience of working in a Electrical environment

Benefits

Our Benefits Package...

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, shared parental and adoption leave pay
Dedicated Help@Hand Service – free counselling, physiotherapy, financial support, medical second opinion, remote GP, personal training, nutrition consultations etc
Generous holiday entitlement package totalling 33 days annual leave
Healthcare cash plan
Group Income Protection plan
Access to My Howden Benefits & Wellbeing Portal – Cycle2Work programme, range of discounts across various retailers, wealth of information to support health & wellbeing
Group Life Assurance plan at 3x salary
Free onsite parking
Howden Pension Plan with a maximum employer contribution of 7%
Opportunity to be involved in our ESG ‘Bright Future’ initiatives – STEM ambassador & volunteering

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

160+ Years

Company History

The company has a legacy of over 160 years, contributing to the industrial revolution and modern clean-tech innovations.

2023

Recent Acquisition

Acquired by Chart Industries in 2023, merging legacy expertise with modern clean-tech ambitions.

100+ Countries

Global Presence

Operates with a worldwide footprint, delivering precision solutions across diverse industries.

Millions Saved

Emission Reduction

Pioneered innovations that have saved millions of cubic meters of vent gas, equivalent to tens of thousands of tons of CO₂ emissions.

Serves industries worldwide, including power generation, oil & gas, water treatment, mining, and chemicals, through precision air and gas solutions.
Typical projects include centrifugal fans for power plants, diaphragm compressors for toxic or radioactive gas handling, and steam turbines for energy recovery.
Provides aftermarket services under a 4P model (Parts, Presence, Precision, Prevention) to ensure long-term reliability and uptime for critical assets.

Culture + Values

100+

Countries Served

The company operates with a customer-centric approach, providing local responsiveness in over 100 countries.

A culture focused on innovation, sustainability, and teamwork
Commitment to developing engineered solutions that optimise customer processes and drive decarbonisation
Dedication to continuous improvement and comprehensive after-sales support

Environment + Sustainability

50% Reduction

GHG Intensity Target

Committed to reducing Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas intensity by 50% by 2030, with a 2020 baseline.

Carbon Neutral by 2035

Net-Zero Target

Aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035, marking a significant step toward sustainability goals.

>245M CO₂ Avoided

Customer Impact

Installed Howden products help avoid over 245 million tons of CO₂ emissions annually.

22–23% Emission Drop

Carbon Reduction in 2022

Achieved a substantial 22–23% absolute reduction in carbon emissions in 2022.

28% of operations achieved zero waste to landfill in 2022
Mains water usage reduced by 7% year-over-year in 2022
Joined CDP in 2021; CDP score improved from C (2021) to B (2022)
50% of production sites certified to ISO 14001 as of 2021

Inclusion & Diversity

40% female on management team

Target by 2030

Aim to achieve 40% female representation on the management team by 2030.

35% female in senior roles

Target by 2030

Aim to achieve 35% female representation in senior roles by 2030.

25% volunteer participation

Employee volunteer rate

Aim to achieve 25% employee participation in community programs by 2030.

4 of 10 board members female

Board composition

4 out of 10 board members are female, reflecting a gender-balanced leadership structure.

Launched Howden Compliance Week focused on ethics, data privacy, anti-bribery, anti-trust (since 2021)
Introduced executive incentive plans linking 25% of short-term bonuses to ESG performance

Articles

Video Library – Introducing Howden

Compressor Training Courses

Careers & Culture – All of Us initiative