Senior Technician: Digital Fabrication Lab

University of Plymouth; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a Senior Technician for the Digital Fabrication Laboratory. The role involves operating and maintaining state-of-the-art fabrication equipment and assisting students and researchers. Candidates should have hands-on experience in CAD design, 3D printing, and CNC machining, along with strong communication skills. The position is on-site with no remote work options, offering a generous benefits package including 25 days annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave

Generous pension scheme

Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Development opportunities

Flexible working

Retailer discounts

On-site nursery

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in CAD design, 3D printing, and CNC on various machines.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain state-of-the-art fabrication equipment.
• Collaborate with faculty stakeholders and assist students and researchers.
• Develop skills in emerging technologies including generative AI.

Skills

CAD design

3D printing

CNC machining

Material handling

Strong communication

Education

HND, Degree, NVQ4 or similar

Job description

Join Our Team – Senior Technician Digital Fabrication Laboratory.

We are excited to invite applications for a Senior Technician to support our activities within the Digital Fabrication Laborator

About the role

As a valued member of our team, you will play a key role in the development of the additive and subtractive areas within the high-profile Digital Fabrication Lab, located in the Roland Levinsky Building.

Reporting to the School Technical Manager, you will be a vital member of the team. A significant part of this role will involve close collaboration with all faculty stakeholders, as well as external and wider university colleagues.

Your Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for operating and maintaining state-of-the-art fabrication.
• You’ll also have opportunities to develop skills and knowledge in emerging technologies including generative AI applications.
• Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will help us create a great student experience and a forward-looking department.

We are actively seeking candidates from diverse technical backgrounds. We particularly value candidates holding qualifications equivalent to an HND, Degree, NVQ4, or similar, complemented by relevant practical experience. Hands-on experience in any of the following areas is mandatory: CAD design in a range of packages ,3D printing in a range of formats, CNC on a range of 2D/3D small, medium, large machine types and materials (Wood/Metal and Plastic). A range of material handling, machine and fabrication experience is very welcome.

We desire a candidate who thrives both independently and within a team, appreciating the importance of contributing to a supportive work environment. Additionally, the role involves assisting undergraduates, postgraduates, and researchers in this domain; thus, strong communication and mentoring skills are essential.

For more information on School of Art Design and Architecture please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools

Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Richard Wood: by email at [e-mail] by telephone on 01752 585 272.

For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.

About us

The School of Art Design and Architecture holds a Bronze Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education.

Application Process

Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.

Interviews are expected to take place week commencing Monday 8 September 2025.

Closing date: 12 midnight, Thursday 28 August 2025

Our Offer

When joining us, you will receive:

• Generous annual leave: 25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays & Closure Days
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On-site nursery

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.