Precision Engineer: CNC, CAD/CAM & Lab Support

Warwick

Coventry

Hybrid

GBP 31,000 - 35,000

Full time

21 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme
26 days annual leave + 4 shutdown days
Career development opportunities
Flexible working

Job summary

University of Warwick is seeking a Precision Engineer on a fixed-term contract to support undergraduate and postgraduate activities within the School of Engineering. You will maintain workshops, design and produce high-accuracy research apparatus, and advise on technical requirements across a range of projects.

The role requires extensive CNC/CAM experience, strong communication skills in English, and strict adherence to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

  • Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent training/experience.
  • NVQ level 4; A-levels in Maths and/or a relevant science subject.
  • HNC/HND in Engineering is desirable.
  • Experience in tool making or engineering development; CNC milling/turning; fittings; welding.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
  • Maintain and ensure laboratory and teaching equipment is properly maintained.
  • Design and manufacture specialised research and experimental apparatus to high accuracy.
  • Advise and consult with students and academics on technical requirements.
  • Provide health and safety supervision in workshops and laboratories.
  • Contribute to teaching of manufacturing methods and feasibility of designs through seminars and practical sessions.

Skills

CNC milling
CNC turning
Fitting
Fabrication
Welding
English (communication)

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship or NVQ level 4
A-levels in Maths/Science
HNC/HND in Engineering (desirable)

Tools

CAD/CAM
CNC machines
Precision measurement tools

Job description

University of Warwick is seeking a Precision Engineer on a fixed-term contract to support undergraduate and postgraduate activities within the School of Engineering. You will maintain workshops, design and produce high-accuracy research apparatus, and advise on technical requirements across a range of projects.

The role requires extensive CNC/CAM experience, strong communication skills in English, and strict adherence to health and safety standards.

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