Air Conditioning Engineer

Opek Limited; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Opek Limited is seeking a remote Air Conditioning Engineer to join our team. Ideally based within 1 hour of Cambridge or Peterborough, you will install, commission, and maintain air conditioning and ventilation systems, ensuring safety and efficiency.

You will also review building requirements, generate technical reports, and coordinate with clients and project managers to deliver high-quality service. The role offers a fully remote working arrangement with some travel, no on-call rota, and the

Qualifications

• Experience with HVAC installation and maintenance of air conditioning and ventilation systems.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specs and manuals with strong analytical skills.
• Proficiency with digital tools for remote diagnostics, reporting and communication.
• Strong communication, customer-focused mindset and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and maintain air conditioning and ventilation systems.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues; perform routine and reactive maintenance.
• Review facility requirements and prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients and stakeholders to deliver high-quality service.
• Work independently and manage remote site operations using digital tools.

Skills

HVAC installation & maintenance

Technical drawings interpretation

Remote diagnostics tools

Communication & professionalism

Job description

Opek Limited is a specialist provider of HVAC services, backed by over 50 years of experience in the sector. The company delivers air conditioning, ventilation, air source heat pumps, and air handling solutions across diverse environments. Key sectors include cleanroom HVAC (ISO14644), vertical farming, data center cooling, and advanced adiabatic and free cooling technologies. Opek Limited is committed to high standards of customer service and operates on principles of honesty, integrity, professionalism, and trust, offering applicants a values-driven workplace.

Role Description

This is a full-time remote role for an Air Conditioning Engineer. Ideally you will be based within 1 hour of Cambridge or Peterborough. The Air Conditioning Engineer will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of air conditioning and ventilation systems, including associated HVAC equipment. Daily tasks include diagnosing and resolving technical issues, performing routine and reactive maintenance, and ensuring systems operate efficiently and safely in line with industry standards. The role also involves reviewing building and facility requirements, preparing technical reports and documentation, and coordinating with project managers, clients, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality service. The engineer will be expected to work independently, manage their schedule effectively, and support remote site operations using digital tools and communication platforms.

No on call rota.

There will be some working away required with plenty of notice provided.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in HVAC system installation, and maintenance, including air conditioning and ventilation systems.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and manuals, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with digital tools for remote diagnostics, reporting, and communication, and the ability to work safely in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Strong communication skills, customer-focused mindset, and commitment to honesty, integrity, professionalism, and trust.