Technician - Mechanical Engineering

We are seeking to appoint a full time Technician to support students and staff in our Mechanical Engineering section. You would prepare and maintain equipment for use by lecturing staff and students, demonstrate the use of equipment and support the teaching teams in their delivery of the curriculum. You would also supervise students in the workshop ensuring that they comply with health and safety requirements and good workshop practice.

You will need to possess a Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering, and will have relevant workshop experience including experience of drilling, milling, turning and bench fitting. Experience of working with other equipment such as CNC machines, vacuum forming, grinding and band saws is desirable. You will be willing to learn mechanical test equipment such as material testing and fluid mechanics. You will also be willing to train and practise as a First Aider.