Maintenance Engineer

Job description

Maintenance Engineer | £40k - £45k DOE

Cambridgeshire

Double Day Shift (Mon–Fri: 6:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00)

Includes participation in an on-call rota for out-of-hours support

About the Company

A highly advanced technology and manufacturing business developing innovative industrial systems used across a range of global applications.

The organisation operates within a high-tech production environment, combining precision engineering, automation and advanced manufacturing technologies.

The Role

This is a hands-on engineering role supporting the reliability and optimisation of production equipment and facility systems within a complex manufacturing environment.

The position involves both planned and reactive maintenance across a wide range of production tools and site infrastructure.

You will be maintaining and supporting systems including:

• Pick & place robotics

• CNC tools

• Vacuum systems

• Laser systems

• Plating lines

• Semiconductor systems

• Chemical & gas systems

• LEV systems

• Nitrogen and compressed air systems

• DI water systems

• Vacuum systems

• HVAC systems

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake planned and reactive maintenance on production equipment and facilities systems

• Carry out preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with maintenance schedules

• Respond to production downtime events, identifying root causes using structured problem-solving methodologies

• Record and document maintenance activity for traceability and knowledge capture

• Use maintenance data to identify reliability improvements and trends

• Support spare parts management with engineering and purchasing teams

• Collaborate across departments to support wider business improvement projects

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety procedures, including RAMS documentation

• Participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota

About You

Qualifications (Must Have)

• Minimum BTEC Level 3 in an Engineering discipline (Electrical or Mechanical)

Experience & Knowledge

• Positive outlook with a strong drive to understand and improve machines and systems

• Demonstrable experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies

• Experience maintaining and optimising automation systems

• Knowledge of pneumatic, mechanical and electrical systems

• Experience working to preventative maintenance schedules

• Familiarity with CMMS systems and maintenance metrics

• Experience creating technical documentation and supporting change management

• Strong computer literacy (Outlook, Excel, Teams)

Desirable

• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC)

• Experience with programming or vision system optimisation

• Exposure to optical, laser or wire bonding systems

• Familiarity with HVAC and site services maintenance

• Experience supporting robotic systems and automated tool optimisation

Skills & Behaviours

• Strong time management and prioritisation

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a production environment

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Collaborative approach when working with cross-functional teams

• Clear and effective communication

• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridgeshire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

16-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English