Engineering & Tech Recruitment
Engineering and technology drive innovation, productivity, and progress, and the right people make all the difference. Our Engineering & Tech division connects highly skilled professionals with employers across manufacturing, production, maintenance, and digital sectors throughout Cambridgeshire and the surrounding counties.
With over 35 years of proven success in the technical recruitment space, we understand the challenges businesses face in sourcing experienced, competent and qualified talent. Point has one of the largest candidate databases to give us access to not only those who might be actively looking for a new role, but those who are more passive in their search. Our role is to make technical recruitment straightforward, efficient, and accurate.
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Our expertise
We recruit across a broad spectrum of engineering and technology disciplines, including:
- Mechanical, Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- Maintenance & Service Engineering
- CNC Machining & Precision Manufacturing
- Quality & Production Engineering
- Design & Project Engineering
- Health, Safety & Environmental
- IT Support & Infrastructure
- Technical & Engineering Management
Meet our Engineering & Tech recruitment specialist
Nico Ellul
Consultant
Who we support
We proudly recruit for a wide range of businesses across the region, including:
- Precision and advanced manufacturing companies
- Aerospace & automotive industries
- FMCG plants
- Engineering consultancies
- Maintenance & service providers
- IT & software firms
- Local authorities and public infrastructure partners
Across Cambridgeshire’s thriving engineering and technology scene, we partner with organisations that design, build and innovate. Our recruitment expertise in this sector helps these businesses attract the talent that fuels progress, efficiency and innovation.
Engineering & Tech job openings
- Engineering
- Permanent
- St Ives
- £40000 - £50000
CAD technician
Location: St Ives Job type: Permanent, full time Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 16:30
The role
We are recruiting a CAD Technician on behalf of a well-established specialist manufacturing business producing high-end bespoke pieces for prestigious commercial and residential projects. This is a pivotal role sitting at the heart of the technical and production process, responsible for translating design concepts from architects and interior designers into precise, production-ready technical drawings and manufacturing information.
Working closely with the production manager, estimator, and external design teams, you will own the technical drawing process from concept through to shop floor output. A relevant background within the industry is essential for this role — candidates without it are unlikely to be considered.
Main responsibilities
- Create highly detailed technical drawings of bespoke items for commercial and residential projects
- Translate design concepts from architects and interior designers into accurate, production-ready drawings
- Produce manufacturing information including CNC files and cutting lists for the in-house production team
- Create bills of materials and manage material ordering in collaboration with suppliers
- Liaise with suppliers to source materials to specification, on time, and within budget
- Work closely with the production manager and estimator throughout the project lifecycle
- Collaborate with interior designers and architects to ensure design intent is accurately captured and achievable in production
- Operate CNC machinery where required, or provide CNC-ready files for the production team
- Maintain drawing registers and ensure all documentation is accurate and up to date
Skills/experience
Essential:
- A relevant background within the industry — this is a requirement for the role
- Proven experience producing detailed technical CAD drawings in a related trade or manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, design concepts, and specifications
- Experience producing manufacturing information such as cutting lists and bills of materials
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in technical output
- Able to manage multiple projects and liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Good communication skills — comfortable working with production teams, estimators, architects, and designers
Desirable:
- Knowledge of CNC machinery and the ability to produce CNC-ready files
- Experience ordering materials and liaising with specialist suppliers
- Familiarity with high-end bespoke manufacturing for commercial or residential environments
Salary & working hours
- Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 16:30
If the position of CAD Technician is of interest, please click Apply. We aim to respond to all applicants; however, if you haven’t heard from us within 10 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
If you have any questions regarding this CAD Technician role, please don’t hesitate to contact our office.
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Nico Ellul
- Engineering
- Permanent
- Cambridge
- £27,000 - £35,000
Electronics repair technician
Location: Cambridge area Job type: Permanent, full time Salary: £27,000 – £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience
The role
We are recruiting an Electronics Repair Technician on behalf of a well-established and innovative technology business based in the Cambridge area. As part of a busy and structured repairs team, you will play a key role in ensuring that customer equipment is repaired to the highest standard — work that users genuinely rely upon.
This role is well suited to someone with a background in a process-driven repair or service environment who takes pride in accurate, methodical work and thrives in a fast-moving team. You will be supported by your manager and wider team, collaborating with other departments to deliver an essential service to a global customer base. Please note that due to the nature of the work undertaken by this team, candidates must be willing to undergo UK SC security clearance. The business will support the successful candidate through this process.
Main responsibilities
- Diagnose and confirm customer-reported faults using defined procedures, test equipment, jigs, and fixtures
- Perform disassembly and reassembly of products, including replacement of standard components
- Conduct inspection and verification of completed repairs
- Use required software tools to support the repair and processing of products
- Carry out defined hardware modifications in line with work instructions
- Record all repair work accurately within the management system
- Maintain availability and control of spare parts within your area
- Follow all defined processes including health and safety guidelines
- Escalate issues or risks promptly to your line manager
Skills/experience
Essential:
- Higher level education such as GNVQ, BTEC, or A Levels
- Experience in a repair or service environment, following defined procedures
- Mechanical assembly and disassembly of products, including PCB level soldering
- Ability to use standard test equipment and service tools
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow work instructions accurately
- Able to work independently and as part of a team in a busy environment
- Good interpersonal skills and familiarity with MS Office (Excel and Word)
Desirable:
- Experience in an electronics manufacturing environment
- Experience using BGA machinery
- IPC inspection certification
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as Dynamics AX/365
Salary & working hours
- Salary: £27,000 – £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience
- Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday
If the position of Electronics Repair Technician is of interest, please click Apply. We aim to respond to all applicants; however, if you haven’t heard from us within 10 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
If you have any questions regarding this Electronics Repair Technician role, please don’t hesitate to contact our office.
INDENGINEERING
Nico Ellul
- Engineering
- Permanent
- Peterborough
- Up to £36,500 per annum
CNC machinist
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Job type: Permanent, full time Salary: Up to £36,500 per annum, dependent on experience
The role
We are recruiting a CNC Machinist on behalf of a well-established precision manufacturing business based in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire. With a skilled toolroom team and a strong focus on quality, this is a technically engaging environment for an experienced machinist looking for a stable, long-term opportunity.
Reporting to the Toolroom Manager, you will be responsible for setting, operating, and maintaining CNC machinery to manufacture, modify, and repair precision components, tooling, jigs, and fixtures. You will work closely with toolmakers, production teams, and quality personnel to support machine uptime and ensure components are produced to the highest standards of accuracy and efficiency.
Main responsibilities
- Set, operate, and monitor CNC milling, turning, or machining centre equipment to produce precision components to engineering drawings and specifications
- Machine, modify, and repair tooling, inserts, electrodes, jigs, fixtures, and associated components
- Interpret technical drawings, CAD/CAM data, work instructions, and job cards to determine machining requirements
- Select and prepare appropriate cutting tools, fixtures, workholding methods, and machine settings for each job
- Carry out first-off, in-process, and final inspection checks using verniers, micrometers, gauges, and height gauges
- Make minor programme edits, offset adjustments, and tooling changes to maintain dimensional accuracy
- Support preventative maintenance by cleaning, checking, and caring for CNC machinery and associated equipment
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities aimed at reducing downtime, waste, scrap, and cycle times
- Follow all health, safety, environmental, and housekeeping procedures at all times
Skills/experience
Essential:
- Previous experience as a CNC Machinist, CNC Setter Operator, Toolmaker, or similar role within precision engineering or manufacturing
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, tolerances, and technical specifications
- Practical experience using CNC mills, lathes, machining centres, or spark erosion equipment
- Competence in using manual measuring equipment and carrying out quality checks
- Good mechanical aptitude, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
- Experience working with precision tooling, mould tool repair, or a similar manufacturing environment
- Knowledge of CNC controls and programming
- Recognised engineering apprenticeship, machining qualification, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience with spark erosion equipment
Salary & working hours
- Salary: Up to £36,500 per annum, dependent on experience
- Hours: Daytime hours, Monday to Friday
If the position of CNC Machinist is of interest, please click Apply. We aim to respond to all applicants; however, if you haven’t heard from us within 10 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
If you have any questions regarding this CNC Machinist role, please don’t hesitate to contact our office.
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Nico Ellul
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