Mechanical Engineer

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

Job summary

A staffing solutions provider is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join a leading pharmaceutical site in England. This role involves maintaining complex mechanical systems like HVAC and plumbing within a state-of-the-art facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering and experience in critical environments. You will work in a collaborative team, with opportunities for training and career progression. The position offers competitive pay, 25 days of holiday, and no callouts.

Benefits

25 days holiday + Bank holidays

Overtime opportunities

Parking on site

Further training

Career progression

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of mechanical systems such as HVAC, plumbing, and pumps.
• Previous experience in a hospital or critical-care environment preferred.
• Knowledge of steam boilers and chillers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair HVAC systems including air-handling units and chillers.
• Ensure proper temperature and airflow in critical laboratory areas.
• Oversee maintenance of plumbing systems and medical gas infrastructure.

Skills

Strong understanding of mechanical systems

Knowledge of Steam boilers

Knowledge of HVAC systems

General Knowledge of mechanical systems

Education

Level 2 or 3 in mechanical engineering

Job description

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

CBW Staffing Solutions are currently recruiting an 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. This site operate 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‑medical engineering, and contractors.
• Provide technical guidance to maintenance staff and contractors on mechanical system issues.
• Escort sub‑contractors around site.
• to 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!