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