Field Service Engineer – Cargo Inspection System

Smiths Group plc

Field Service Engineer maintaining cargo inspection systems for Smiths Detection. Responsible for service operations and technical support in the Netherlands and Belgium.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeRemote • 🇳🇱 NetherlandsMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

FirewallsTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on high‑energy scanning systems.
Conduct site audits, manage spare‑parts inventory, and support system performance improvements.
Assist with new system installations, including factory and on‑site commissioning.
Provide on‑call and remote technical support on a rotating basis.
Contribute to continuous improvement of service operations, documentation, and customer satisfaction.
Ensure strict adherence to EHS standards and company quality procedures.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education /qualification in engineering (i..e MBO 4 level in electrical, mechanical, electronics) or relevant experience.
Experience as an FSE (installation, maintenance, repair) and strong customer‑service background.
Solid skills in electrical/electromechanical troubleshooting, diagnostics, and reading schematics.
Knowledge of PLC systems, automation, sensors, actuators, and radiation‑safety principles.
Basic networking understanding (TCP/IP, VLAN, routing, switches, firewalls).
Good command of Windows environments, diagnostic tools, and remote‑support software.
Strong analytical abilities, autonomy, initiative, and customer orientation.
Fluent in English and Dutch languages (spoken and written).

Benefits

Comp & perks

A full-time position in a dynamic, international environment with colleagues from around the world;
An attractive salary based on experience and knowledge;
Opportunities for training and professional development, supporting both personal growth and career advancement.
A range of additional benefits, including fresh fruit at the office, a bicycle lease scheme, a performance-based bonus package, corporate fitness program, and a company car.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Electrical TroubleshootingElectromechanical DiagnosticsReading SchematicsPLC SystemsAutomationSensorsActuatorsNetworking (TCP/IP, VLAN)Windows EnvironmentsRemote Support Software

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilitiesAutonomyInitiativeCustomer Orientation

Certifications

MBO 4 Level in Engineering