Senior Technician: CNC

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As a Senior Technician you will be an integral member of the School’s mechanical workshop. Based in the Caledonia Workshop you will collaborate with other team members. You will lead in the manufacture of specialist equipment and components for research activities and will also provide technical expertise to undergraduate projects, postgraduate projects and other collaborators within the Faculty of Engineering.

You will be required to work with students in the development, design and production of their projects, using CAD/CAM software and CNC equipment as well as more traditional methods. This position will require a high degree of skilled machining accuracy and attention to detail, as well as a good knowledge of engineering workshop metrology. You will also carry out a number of other activities to ensure the workshop continues to be recognised for its service excellence and outstanding health and safety standards.

This will include maintaining the workshop’s health & safety documentation as well other health and safety obligations. You will be responsible for and understand how to store and manage data in compliance with relevant laws and regulations. You must be proficient with various office and design software.

You will be able to comprehend and analyse technical documentation to effectively perform job duties. Appreciate the significance of providing outstanding customer service to both customers and colleagues, including identifying needs and responding appropriately based on the situation and organisational culture.

Plan, allocate, work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, environmental compliance procedures and systems and other relevant guidelines. Train and advise others in the workshop as and when required.

Ensure all activities are undertaken using the correct processes/methodologies, ensuring quality and compliance. Work independently with efficiency and effectiveness, consistently maintaining an organised workspace and minimising waste.

This is a “hands on role” with responsibility for the development and management of junior staff and, when required, deputise for the Technical Manager:
Mechanical Workshop.

• Provide a comprehensive and proactive technical service to staff and students across both the School and wider University. This will involve the design, development, installation, commissioning, maintenance, service and repair of experimental components, assemblies and rigs.
• Find solutions to routine and non-routine manufacturing issues as commonly found with a wide range of bespoke work. Define the appropriate processes, techniques, tools, work holding methods, etc to complete the work accurately and efficiently.
• Use computational design packages, CAD and Google workspace tools to realise and present design ideas. Use CAM software and CNC programming to facilitate the manufacture of components. Keep meticulous records of all designs and related information.
• Use a wide range of mechanical workshop techniques including, but not limited to, turning, milling, CNC machining, wire erosion, fitting, assembly,…