National AI Awards 2025Discover AI's trailblazers! Join us to celebrate innovation and nominate industry leaders.

Nominate & Attend

Biomedical Field Service Engineer

Cambridge
5 days ago
Create job alert

Biomedical Engineer - Field-Based (Cambridge / Surrounding Areas)
£35,000 - £38,000 (up to £40K+ for exceptional candidates) + £6,600 Car Allowance or Van + Excellent Benefits
Covering Peterborough & Chelmsford | Permanent, Full Time

We are seeking an experienced Biomedical Engineer to join a growing field-based team, supporting key hospital sites in Peterborough and Chelmsford, with occasional travel to other locations within the region. This role is ideally suited to someone based in or around Cambridge.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established service provider delivering critical equipment support to both NHS and private healthcare settings.

The Role

You'll be responsible for the repair, preventative maintenance, and asset management of medical devices across hospital sites. You'll work closely with clinical and technical staff, delivering a high standard of service and support.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance on a variety of medical equipment
Perform repairs in accordance with manufacturer guidelines
Complete job documentation and close reports as per standard operating procedures
Travel between customer sites to perform corrective and preventative maintenance
Maintain stock of spare parts and liaise with suppliers when required
Support the Site or Team Leader with on-site activities
Attend customer meetings and maintain excellent service relationships
Promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with company policies
Look for ways to improve service delivery and reduce operational costs

You must have:

Experience in servicing medical equipment including diathermy, patient monitoring, defibrillators and infusion devices
A full UK driving licence
UK-based experience in the NHS/Private sector
All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check What's on Offer:

£35,000 - £38,000 base salary (could stretch to £40K+ for exceptional candidates)
£6,600 car allowance or company van
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Private medical insurance (after 3 months)
Pension scheme (3% employee / 5% employer)
4x salary life assurance (after 6 months)
Perkbox employee benefits platform
Cycle to Work SchemeThis is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working with a supportive and experienced team.

Interested? Apply today or get in touch for more information

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Field Service Engineer, Biomedical Equipment

Field Service Engineer, Biomedical Equipment

Field Service Engineer, Biomedical Equipment

Field Service Engineer, Biomedical Equipment

Field Service/ Electrical Engineer

Field Service Engineer

National AI Awards 2025

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

10 Biotechnology Recruitment Agencies in the UK You Should Know (2025 Job‑Seeker Guide)

The UK’s biotech boom—fueled by the £650 million Life Sciences Vision Fund and rapid mRNA, cell & gene‑therapy adoption—continues to outpace talent supply. Lightcast reported +45 % year‑on‑year growth in UK adverts mentioning “CRISPR”, “GMP bioprocess” or “cell therapy” during Q1 2025. Yet only about 25,000 specialised biotech professionals work nationwide, while monthly live vacancies average 1,800–2,100. All data verified 22 July 2025; re‑audit quarterly for freshness.. Specialist recruiters remain critical for tapping stealth roles, benchmarking salaries and streamlining the lab‑tour interview gauntlet. We reviewed 60 + consultancies and kept only agencies with: A registered UK head office (Companies House). A dedicated Biotechnology / Life‑Sciences practice. At least five UK biotech roles advertised between March and June 2025. Below you’ll find a hiring‑landscape snapshot, a quick directory of 10 vetted agencies, salary medians, in‑demand skills, interview expectations, FAQs and next steps—mirroring our AI and quantum guides.

Biotech Jobs Skills Radar 2026: Emerging Tools, Platforms & Technologies to Learn Now

The UK biotechnology sector is entering a new era—fuelled by AI integration, synthetic biology, and next-gen diagnostics. With biotech investment breaking records and a surge in demand for skilled talent across R&D, biomanufacturing, and regulatory fields, it’s vital for job seekers to future-proof their skillsets. Welcome to the Biotech Jobs Skills Radar 2026—a forward-looking guide to the emerging tools, lab techniques, platforms, and digital skills driving hiring in the UK's biotechnology industry. This radar is updated annually to help students, researchers, and transitioning professionals stay competitive in a fast-changing landscape.

How to Find Hidden Biotechnology Jobs in the UK Using Professional Bodies like the RSB, BIA, BioIndustry Association & More

The UK biotechnology sector is thriving. From cutting-edge gene therapies and synthetic biology to bio-manufacturing and agricultural innovation, the demand for skilled biotech professionals continues to grow. Yet many of the best opportunities—particularly in early-stage companies, startups, and research-intensive roles—are never listed on conventional job boards. So where do these hidden biotech jobs live? Often, they’re shared through word-of-mouth, member networks, or professional communities—especially those associated with leading biotech institutions and associations. Whether you’re a graduate looking for your first role, a research scientist ready to move into industry, or a regulatory professional seeking your next challenge, joining the right professional bodies can give you exclusive access to job leads, collaborations, and insider opportunities. In this article, we’ll show you how to strategically leverage UK-based organisations such as the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), BioIndustry Association (BIA), and Biotech and Life Sciences Networks to uncover hidden jobs and build a long-term, sustainable career in biotechnology.