Mechanical Engineer

CBW Staffing Solutions; Over; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support a modern pharmaceutical facility in Cambridge. You will maintain and troubleshoot HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance across various high-tech areas. The role offers a competitive salary up to £46,000, 25 days holiday, and opportunities for career progression in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have experience in mechanical systems and a background in critical-care facilities.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Overtime opportunities

Parking on site

Further training

Career progression

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of HVAC, plumbing, heating/cooling equipment, pumps, and ventilation.
• Previous experience in a hospital or critical-care environment preferred.
• Knowledge of steam boilers, chillers, heat exchangers, and central plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC systems, including chillers and boilers.
• Ensure proper temperature and airflow in critical areas.
• Oversee maintenance of plumbing systems and medical gas infrastructure.

Skills

Mechanical systems understanding

HVAC system maintenance

Troubleshooting skills

Collaboration with teams

Education

Level 2 or 3 in mechanical engineering

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – FM Service Provider – Pharmaceutical – No Call outs – Cambridge – up to £46,000 per annum

CBW Staffing Solutions are currently recruiting a Mechanical Engineer to join a leading pharmaceutical site in Cambridge. This site is a modern, state‑of‑the‑art facility with multiple specialist areas and cutting‑edge equipment, operating within 40 different countries.

You will be part of a medium‑sized team of 12 engineers who know the site inside out and will help you get up to speed quickly. The campus supports a large workforce and offers excellent amenities including multiple food outlets and break areas, ensuring you have everything you need during your working day.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, collaborative environment, maintain complex mechanical systems, and gain experience across a variety of high‑tech facilities.

Package:

• Up to £46,000
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Overtime opportunities
• Parking on site
• No call outs
• Monday to Friday 8‑4:30pm
• Further training
• Career progression

Key duties & responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC systems, including air‑handling units, chillers, boilers, and ventilation systems.
• Ensure proper temperature, humidity, and airflow in critical areas such as laboratories.
• Oversee maintenance of plumbing systems, hot water systems, pumps, and medical gas infrastructure.
• Monitor and optimise performance of the plant, including chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and heat exchangers.
• Manage energy use and contribute to efficiency improvement strategies.
• Work closely with facilities management, clinical departments, bio‑medic engineering, and contractors.
• Provide technical guidance to maintenance staff and contractors on mechanical system issues.
• Escort sub‑contractors around site.
• Make sure the maintenance and log books are filled out correctly.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of mechanical systems such as HVAC, plumbing, heating/cooling equipment, pumps, and ventilation.
• Level 2 or 3 in mechanical engineering.
• Previous experience in a hospital, medical facility, or critical‑care environment preferred.
• Knowledge of steam boilers, chillers, heat exchangers, and central plant operations.
• General knowledge of mechanical systems.
• Plumbing, hot water systems, and sanitation infrastructure.

Please send your CV to Joe Mann of CBW Staffing Solutions to avoid missing out on the role!