Mechanical Engineering Lab Technician – Teaching and R&D

Uxbridge College; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Uxbridge College is seeking a High Skills Technician for Mechanical Engineering to support its higher education delivery and the West London Institute of Technology. You will work within the Mechanical Engineering area, assisting lecturers, preparing equipment, maintaining tools, and supervising students during practical tasks while carrying out risk assessments to ensure health and safety.

Candidates should hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering, have experience with mechanical test equipment,

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with mechanical test equipment (e.g., material testing, fluid mechanics).
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with young people.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support higher education delivery and West London Institute of Technology.
• Assist lecturers in preparing equipment and resources for teaching and learning.
• Maintain tools and equipment to an efficient level.
• Support and supervise students during practical tasks.
• Carry out risk assessments and ensure health and safety compliance.

Skills

Communication with students

Health & Safety

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Mechanical test equipment

Job description

Uxbridge College is seeking a High Skills Technician for Mechanical Engineering to support its higher education delivery and the West London Institute of Technology. You will work within the Mechanical Engineering area, assisting lecturers, preparing equipment, maintaining tools, and supervising students during practical tasks while carrying out risk assessments to ensure health and safety.

Candidates should hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering, have experience with mechanical test equipment,