Clinical Engineering Technician - Huntingdon

Transformationunitgm; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust seeks a Clinical Engineering Technician for its team in Huntingdon. You will maintain, repair, and commission medical equipment, ensuring patient safety and operational efficiency in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values diversity and offers ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

Annual leave entitlements

Opportunities for continued professional development

Structured induction programme

Qualifications

• HNC or Level 4 qualification in Clinical Engineering or equivalent.
• Previous NHS or healthcare engineering experience required.
• Experience working with electronic or electromechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver preventative maintenance and repairs on medical devices.
• Support commissioning and acceptance of new equipment.
• Maintain technical records in line with standards.

Skills

Maintenance

Repair

Calibration

Technical advice

Education

HNC or Level 4 qualification in Clinical Engineering or Electronics

Further technical or vocational training

Tools

CMMS (e.g., e-Quip)

Job description

Clinical Engineering Technician - Huntingdon

Band 5

Job overview

Join Our Clinical Engineering Team

Are you a technically skilled professional with a passion for ensuring patient safety and clinical excellence through medical technology? We are seeking a highly motivatedClinical Engineering Technician to join our dedicated team at Hinchingbrooke Hospital.

In this vital role, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and commissioning a wide range of medical and healthcare equipment used across multiple clinical settings—from wards and theatres to critical care and emergency departments. You’ll play a central role in keeping our equipment safe, compliant, and fully operational to support patient care.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic hospital environment where you’ll collaborate with clinical staff and fellow engineers to ensure that essential medical equipment performs to the highest standards.

Why Join Us?

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust offers an inclusive, friendly, and supportive environment, where your expertise will make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and staff every day.

We are committed to your ongoing professional development and offer:

• A structured induction programme.
• Opportunities for continued professional training and development (CPD).
• A varied and rewarding career in a forward-thinking Clinical Engineering team.
• Generous NHS benefits, including pension scheme and annual leave entitlements.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver preventative maintenance, servicing, calibration, and repairs on a broad range of electrical, electronic, and mechanical medical devices.
• Support the commissioning and acceptance of new medical equipment.
• Diagnose faults and carry out corrective actions on patient-connected and life-support systems.
• Provide technical advice and support to clinical staff, promoting safe and effective equipment use.
• Work across various departments, occasionally under pressure, to support urgent clinical needs.
• Maintain meticulous technical records in line with ISO 9001:2015 standards and Trust protocols.
• Contribute to training, continuous improvement, and development initiatives within the Clinical Engineering service.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role.

Person specification

Education/Knowledge and Qualifications

• HNC or Level 4 qualification in Clinical Engineering, Electronics, or equivalent
• Further technical or vocational training (e.g., medical device servicing courses)
• Working towards professional registration (EngTech)

Experience

• Experience of working with electronic or electromechanical systems
• Previous NHS or healthcare engineering experience
• Experience using a CMMS (e.g., e-Quip)

Knowledge

• Basic understanding of medical equipment safety and function
• Familiarity with health and safety practices
• Awareness of standards such as IEC 62353, UK MDR

We welcome applications from people who need a Skilled Worker visa, as long as the role is on the list of eligible jobs and meets the required salary. Please check your eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship before applying: Check if you need a UK visa – GOV.UK .

Make sure you provide full and accurate details of your immigration status on your application. If you’re applying from outside the UK, you’ll need to provide a criminal record certificate for any country where you’ve lived for 12 months or more in the last 10 years.

If you’re applying for a role in health or adult social care, you may be eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa instead. It costs less and you won’t need to pay the annual health surcharge.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive enough applications, so please apply as soon as you can.

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