Mechanical Engineer

Cambridge | Full Time | Permanent

About the Role

We’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our First Response team. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and repairing mechanical building services, ensuring systems remain safe, compliant, and fully operational with minimal disruption.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team, responding to planned maintenance and urgent breakdowns across a wide range of systems.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Technical Work

* Maintain and repair mechanical systems including heating, cooling, ventilation, water, gas, steam, and BMS

* Diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and recommission plant

* Complete testing, inspections, and certification

* Support installations and upgrades of mechanical services

Operational Duties

* Respond to reactive maintenance and emergency breakdowns

* Manage workload via CAFM system (INVIDA)

* Keep stakeholders informed on progress and outcomes

* Ensure minimal disruption to operations

Additional Duties

* Participate in on-call rota

* Assist with site surveys, planning, and project delivery

* Liaise with contractors and suppliers

* Keep accurate records of work, materials, and time

What We’re Looking For

* Strong experience in mechanical building services maintenance

* Ability to diagnose and repair complex systems

* Good understanding of health & safety regulations

* Experience leading or supporting teams on-site

* Strong communication and organisational skills

* Relevant mechanical qualifications (or equivalent experience)