Technical Instructor Marine Electrics and Simulation

Solent University; Southampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Southampton Solent University invites applications for a Technical Instructor in Marine Electrics and Engineering Simulation. You will deliver practical teaching across ETO and Marine Engineering programs, lead lab and simulation activities, and mentor students in using specialist software and equipment.

Based in Southampton, you will supervise safe student activity, support skills development, and provide technical expertise for research and simulation-based courses within the School of

Qualifications

• Deliver hands-on instruction across Electro-Technical Officer and Marine Engineering programs.
• Operate simulation and lab facilities to support practical learning.
• Guide students in using specialist software and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead practical teaching in marine electrical systems, automation, power distribution and control systems.
• Supervise safe, compliant student activity and support skills development.

Job description

We are seeking a Technical Instructor in Marine Electrics and Engineering Simulation to deliver hands‑on instruction across Electro‑Technical Officer (ETO) and Marine Engineering programs. You will lead practical teaching in marine electrical systems, automation, power distribution, and control systems, operate simulation and lab facilities, and guide students in using specialist software and equipment. The role also involves supervising safe, compliant student activity, supporting skills development, and providing technical expertise for research, training, and simulation‑based courses.

Southampton Solent University’s School of Technology and Maritime Industries has a global reputation for delivering real‑world, practice‑led education to deliver the future leaders of the engineering and maritime industries.

About Southampton Solent University

With a strong track record of innovation and creativity, Southampton Solent University (SSU) has grown to become one of the country’s leading practice‑based universities. SSU today is a flourishing community of academics, students and professional services staff with a reputation for the quality of our teaching, for our engagement with industry and for the employability of our graduates.

SSU has strong local roots within Southampton and its region, working closely with the city, the community, employers and voluntary organisations. The University is open, friendly and inclusive, with not surprisingly, given its great location and growing reputation, a strong international dimension.

As part of the University community, SSU offers a range of professional development opportunities, from completing a post‑graduate certificate in education, to completing a further master’s degree or even working towards a PhD, there are numerous opportunities available to staff as part of their professional development.

As part of the South Coast Institute of Technology (IoT), our programmes are designed in partnership with leading colleges, universities, and industry employers to create clear career pathways in technology. IoT courses like this one are precisely aligned with the needs of maritime, engineering, and digital industries, where demand is high for talented new engineers, technologists, technicians, and creatives.

Solent University offers an excellent benefits package. More Information.

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