Electronics Laboratory Technician: Teaching Support

The Clever Fish Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency based at Manchester University is looking for a qualified individual for a permanent position involving equipment maintenance and technical troubleshooting. Essential qualifications include engineering or science degrees and a strong practical background in electronics. You will support students and staff while ensuring laboratory operations run smoothly. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on health and safety principles.

Qualifications

• Qualification in engineering or science (HNC, HND, degree, or equivalent).
• Strong practical background in electronics or electrical engineering.
• Expertise in testing, fault-finding, and repair of technical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain laboratory and workshop equipment for practical sessions.
• Carry out repairs, servicing, and preventative maintenance.
• Support students and staff with safe use of tools and equipment.

Skills

Strong practical background in electronics or electrical engineering

Skilled in testing, fault-finding, and repair of technical equipment

Good IT and communication skills

Excellent organisation and time management

Sound knowledge of health and safety in technical environments

Education

Qualification in engineering or science (HNC, HND, degree, or equivalent)

Tools

LabVIEW

Simulink

3D CAD software

Job description

BASED AT THE MANCHESTER UNIVERSITY

• PERMANENT POSITION

Salary between £(phone number removed) and £(phone number removed) depending on experience

35 hours per week Monday to Friday.

Flexibility essential between 9 : 00am and 6 : 00pm.

JOB OVERVIEW

• Equipment maintenance.
• Technical troubleshooting.
• Providing essential support to both students and staff.
• Ensuring the smooth operation of teaching laboratories.
• Prepare and maintain teaching spaces, support practical classes with a team

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Qualification in engineering or science (HNC, HND, degree, or equivalent).
• Strong practical background in electronics or electrical engineering.
• Skilled in testing, fault-finding, and repair of technical equipment.
• Knowledge of microcontrollers, PCB design, and soldering techniques.
• Good IT and communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and time management.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety in technical environments.

Desirable

• Experience in an educational or research setting.
• Familiarity with LabVIEW, Simulink, or 3D CAD software.
• Flexible approach and willingness to support wider technical teams.

Main Duties

• Set up and maintain laboratory and workshop equipment for practical sessions.
• Carry out repairs, servicing, and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and electronic faults.
• Support students and staff with safe use of tools and equipment.
• Order and manage stock, components, and consumables.
• Ensure all work follows health and safety procedures including risk assessments and COSHH.
• Induct and train users on safe practices.
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors for servicing and repairs.
• Provide technical support across other areas when required.

Please apply online.

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