Job Title:Multi-Skilled Engineer
Salary:£35,400 - £46,050 per annum+20% shift allowance on shifts 1&2 below(shift 3 not included in shift allowance)
Location:DC10Whittlesford, near Duxford, UK(main place of work with occasional work at DC20, Papworth and UPH building Cambridge)
Contract:Permanent
Hours:Full Time 35 hours per weekon a rotating 3-shift pattern:
* Shift 1 - (06:00 13:30 Monday -Thursday and Friday 06:00 12:40)
* Shift 2 - (13:15 21:00 Monday -Thursday and Friday 12:25 18:05)
* Shift 3 - (08:00 15:30) Monday Friday
Join us as aMulti SkilledEngineer in our exam processing operation, where yourexpertisewill sit at the heart of amission criticalenvironment where reliability, precision andproblem solvingtruly count.
We are Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation and a proud part of the University of Cambridge.
About therole
Wearelooking for aMulti SkilledEngineer to help keep our advanced exam processing operation running smoothly,safelyand reliably. This is ahands onrole working with complex,high techequipment where yourexpertisekeeps essential systems performing at their best and supports thousands of learners around the world.
Youwillthrive here if you enjoy variety, technical challenge andproblem solving. From preventative and reactive maintenance tofault findingon bespoke automation andPLC controlledsystems, no two days will be thesame,and your impact will be clear every day.
Reliability and precision sit at the heart of this role. By keeping equipment availability high and responding quickly when issues arise, youwillhelp us meet demanding service levels andmaintainour reputation for accuracy,qualityand trust.
Youwilljoin a small, supportive engineering team where ideas are encouraged,knowledge is shared and continuous improvement 'sa role with real purpose, realresponsibilityand the chance to make a visible difference.
Flexible working requests will be considered from the first day of employment, including other work arrangements should you require adjustments due to a disability or long-term health condition.
About You
If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.
You will be ahands-on, proactive engineer who enjoys working in a fast paced environment and takes real pride in keeping complex equipment running at its best.
You bring strong technical capability, a sense of ownership and a commitment to doing things properly, even under pressure.
Youarenaturally curious and enjoy understanding how systems work, diagnosing issues and finding practical, effective solutions. Problem solving comes naturally to you, whetheryou'recarrying out routine maintenance or responding calmly to unplanned breakdowns in a time critical setting.
Just as important is your mindset. You value teamwork, communicateclearlyand enjoy contributing to continuous improvement. Youaremotivated byhigh standards, reliability and being part of an organisation with a clear purpose andyou'rekeen to keep learning, sharing knowledge and supporting others to develop.
Wearelooking for someone who brings:
* A recognised NVQ Level 3 qualification in Engineering (or equivalent), with strong electrical, mechanical and control systems knowledge
* Confidenceinfaultfindingacross complex equipment, including PLC logic and schematics
* A calm, methodical approach, able to prioritise effectively in a highvolume, operational environment
* A collaborative mindset, building positive relationships with colleagues,suppliersand manufacturers
If you meet the above minimum requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Your application will be even stronger if you can also demonstrate the following desirable criteria:
* Experienceworking ina high-quality and high-volume pressured environment, or background in manufacturing,distributionand materials handling
* Experience working with CMMS systems
We are a Disability Confident (DC) employer that is committed to equality and inclusion ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. The DC scheme's Offer of an Interview commitment applies to applicants who opt in, and disclose a disability or a long-term health condition, and best meet the minimum criteria for the role. In instances where interviewing all qualifying candidates is not practicable, we prioritise those who best meet the minimum criteria, as we would for applicants who do not have a disability or long-term health condition.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment is an approved UK employer for the sponsorship of eligible roles and applicants under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please refer to the website for guidance to understand your own eligibility based on the role you are applying for.
Rewards and benefits
We will support you to be at your best in work and to live well outside of it. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a world-class, flexible rewards package, featuring family-friendly and planet-friendly benefits including:
* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Private medical and Permanent Health Insurance
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Group personal pension scheme
* Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary
* Green travel schemes
Ready to pursue your potential Apply now.
We aim to support candidates by making our interview process clear and transparent. The closing date for all applications will be 6thApril 2026. We will review applications on an ongoing basis,andscreening callswilltake place whilst the campaign is live.Shortlisted candidates can expect interviews to take placefromweekcommencing13thApril 2026.
If you are shortlisted and progressed through the stages, you can expect:
* A 15-minute screening call with the Hiring Manager.
* First stagein person interview at our offices in Whittlesford. There will be a task to complete at the interview, and you will be given a tour of the site where you can meet the team.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process due to a disability or a long-term health condition, there will be an opportunity for you to inform us via the online application form. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Please note that successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory background checks including DBS due to working in a regulated industry.
We are committed to an equitable recruitment process. As such, applications must be submitted via our official online application procedure. Please refrain from sending your CV directly to our recruiters. If you experience technical difficulties or require additional support with submitting your online application, contact the Recruiter.
Why join us
Joining us is your opportunity to pursue potential. You will belong to a collaborative team that is exploring new and better ways to serve students, teachers and researchers across the globe for the benefit of individuals, society and the world. Sharing our mission will inspire your own growth, development and progress, in an environment which embraces difference, change and aspiration.
Cambridge University Press & Assessment is committed to being a place where anyone can enjoy a successful career, where it is safe to speak up, and where we learn continuously to improve together. We welcome applications from all candidates, regardless of demographic characteristics (age, disability, educational attainment, ethnicity, gender, marital status, neurodiversity, religion, sex, gender identity and sexual identity), cultural, or social class/background.
We believe better outcomes come through diversity of thought, background and approach. xsngvjr We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities, actively seeking to employ people from a wide range of different communities.