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# Generator Technical Support Engineer

- **Company:** Ltek Recruitment Ltd
- **Location:** United Kingdom (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £50,000 - £60,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Systems Integration, Reliability Availability Maintainability and Safety Software
- **Published:** November 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cv-library.co.uk/job/225820515/Generator-Technical-Support-Engineer

## About the Role

We are particularly interested in speaking with engineers who have strong technical knowledge of diesel generators and associated control systems.

Essential Experience:

 * Previous experience working with diesel generators in a field service, commissioning, controls or technical support capacity.
 * Strong knowledge of DSE and/or ComAp generator controllers.
 * Experience diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults on generator systems.
 * Knowledge of diesel engines, including Perkins, Cummins, Volvo, MTU or Baudouin.
 * Understanding of generator control circuits, electrical systems and associated components.
 * Strong communication skills and the ability to provide technical assistance over the telephone and remotely.

Desirable Experience:

 * Previous experience in a generator technical support or technical helpdesk position.
 * Experience with generator commissioning and system integration.
 * Knowledge of generator synchronisation and control systems.
 * Experience using DSE WebNet or similar remote monitoring platforms.
 * Familiarity with CAD software.
 * Experience producing technical documentation and engineering drawings., If you have a strong background in diesel generators and are looking for a technical support position offering £50,000-£60,000 and remote working, we would be interested in hearing from you.

## Description

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Generator Engineer, Controls Engineer or Technical Support Engineer looking to move into a predominantly remote-based position.

The successful candidate will provide specialist technical support across a wide range of diesel generator systems, assisting field service engineers, customers and internal departments with fault diagnosis, troubleshooting, system design and technical queries.

The position offers a salary of £50,000-£60,000, remote working and the opportunity to develop your technical expertise within an established engineering business.

Key Responsibilities

 * Provide technical support and fault-finding assistance across diesel generator systems.
 * Diagnose and troubleshoot generator control systems, including Deep Sea Electronics (DSE) and ComAp.
 * Support field service engineers with complex electrical and mechanical faults.
 * Provide technical assistance relating to alternators, Automatic Voltage Regulators (AVRs) and generator control circuits.
 * Assist with generator system design, development and technical specifications.
 * Produce technical documentation, operating instructions and Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
 * Prepare electrical and mechanical CAD drawings, with training provided where required.
 * Support the development of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical specifications.
 * Monitor generator installations remotely using DSE WebNet.
 * Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers regarding technical issues and product improvements.
 * Assist with technical training and development for field service engineers.
 * Attend customer sites occasionally to assist with complex faults, testing and technical investigations.