Laboratory Technician (Electrical) UAE Nationals Only

Ajman University; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UAE is seeking a Laboratory Supervisor for its Electrical Engineering Laboratories. The role involves supervising lab operations, maintaining equipment, and helping students/faculty with experiments and projects. Candidates must possess a diploma in electrical engineering, sufficient experience, and effective communication skills in English. This position demands both technical expertise and the ability to guide and support students in a laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in relevant fields.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical engineering laboratories.
• Maintain and repair laboratory equipment.
• Assist students and faculty with experiments.

Skills

Knowledge of personal computer and office equipment

Knowledge of educational electronic equipment

Organizational skills

Ability to communicate technical information

Supervisory skills

Verbal and written communication in English

Teamwork ability

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma in electrical engineering or related field

Job description

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for supervising the Electrical Engineering Laboratories.
• Maintain and repair the laboratory equipment.
• Help students/faculty in laboratory experiments / projects. He/she may make sketches and rough layouts, record and analyze data, and report findings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform periodical service for all equipment in electrical engineering laboratories / workshop.
• Support students and staff on design, construction and provision of research and laboratory equipment.
• Supply students with components required for their projects.
• Prepare the equipment required for each experiment.
• Supervise and demonstrate the safe usage of machine tools and hand tools to the students.
• Maintain and repair different equipment in the laboratories / workshop.
• Keep and update consumables in the laboratories / workshops.
• Comply with both statutory and university safety protocols.
• Participate in external exhibitions, whenever required.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Diploma in electrical or related engineering with at least 3 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities as specified above.

SUPERVISION

• Reports to: The Head of Department
• Subordinates: N/A

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Knowledge of personal computer and other standard office equipment.
• Thorough working knowledge of educational electronic equipment, computer hardware and software.
• Skills in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to communicate technical information to students.
• Supervisory skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English language (an Arabic language is an advantage).
• Supervising and guiding students regarding safe use of equipment.
• Operating and maintaining equipment in electrical engineering workshop and laboratories.
• Responding appropriately to any emergency situation in the laboratory or workshop.
• Maintaining and reporting inventory requirements and documentation.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Good interpersonal skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is normally performed in a typical laboratory work environment.
• May require standing for long hours, lifting/handling of heavy objects and exposure to hazardous materials.