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Cambridge Vacuum Engineering
Updated September 2025.
About Cambridge Vacuum Engineering
Company Overview
At CVE, we're not just building world-class process solution systems—we're shaping the future of sustainable technology. Our cutting-edge innovations are exported globally, making an impact far beyond borders.
What powers our success? A passionate, community-driven team led by people-first leaders. This ethos has cultivated a culture of trust, collaboration, and creativity—where wellbeing and workplace harmony are more than values, they're our foundation.
We believe that when people thrive, technology thrives. That’s why we foster an environment where ideas flow freely, careers grow, and innovation drives real progress.
Great technology. Great service. Powered by great people.
Cambridge Vacuum Engineering Head Office
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
East England, United Kingdom
East England, United Kingdom
Employee Demographics
Tenure
- <2 years - 28%
- 2-5 years - 25%
- 6-10 years - 20%
- 11-15 years - 6%
- 16-20 years - 8%
- Over 20 years - 13%
Company Culture at Cambridge Vacuum Engineering
The employee experience below at Cambridge Vacuum Engineering, compared to a typical company.
87% of employees at Cambridge Vacuum Engineering say it is a great place to work*, compared to 54% of employees at a typical UK based company.
95%
People here are treated fairly regardless of their sexual orientation.
95%
I am able to take time off from work when I think it's necessary.
94%
People here are treated fairly regardless of their race.
92%
When you join the company, you are made to feel welcome.
89%
Management trusts people to do a good job without watching over their shoulders.
Working at Cambridge Vacuum Engineering
Another year at Huntingdon Races. The group enjoyed a private box with balcony for the best of views & catering service.
Hiking in the Peak District. CVE funded overnight accommodation, breakfast and dinner. Partners joined in on the fun!
Wellbeing session - Introduction to CBT
BBQ and food truck lunches are provided monthly.
Ice Cream during the summer period!
Wellbeing talks and workshops are booked throughout the year based on Employees' interest.
2 social events which generates high interest each year.
Hiking in the Peak District, and Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival 2025 in aid of Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital.
Clay Pigeon Shooting. Winner was a first timer! Everyone had a blast and enjoyed burgers and drinks afterwards.
Wellbeing workshops organised throughout the year which are selected based on requests from the previous year.
Staff Appreciation Evening in September 2025, what a great turnout that was.
Food truck every other month, and the alternating months a BBQ. Ice cream in the Summer & Curry evening twice a year.
Golf day, Karting and Paintballing just to name a few activities organised the past year.
First time for the year: Speed Quiz and Pottery Painting, both successful events.
Hiking in the Peak District, and Cambridge Dragon Boat Festival 2025 in aid of Cambridge Cancer Research Hospital.
Clay Pigeon Shooting. Winner was a first timer! Everyone had a blast and enjoyed burgers and drinks afterwards.
Wellbeing workshops organised throughout the year which are selected based on requests from the previous year.
Staff Appreciation Evening in September 2025, what a great turnout that was.
Food truck every other month, and the alternating months a BBQ. Ice cream in the Summer & Curry evening twice a year.
Golf day, Karting and Paintballing just to name a few activities organised the past year.
First time for the year: Speed Quiz and Pottery Painting, both successful events.
Getting the list of awards....
Best Workplaces Lists
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