Technical Officer - Material Testing (Manufacturing Team)

The Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Tailored schedules

Job summary

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a Technical Officer to join the Science and Engineering Manufacturing Team, providing hands-on technical support in labs and workshops for teaching, research and knowledge exchange.

You will work primarily within the Manufacturing Team, collaborating across other technical areas and supporting engineering projects while helping to maintain a safe, efficient and innovative working environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or equivalent work experience.
• Broad skill set across engineering disciplines including lab equipment.
• Solid understanding of test methods and safety.
• Experience supporting teaching and research.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support for teaching, research, and knowledge exchange.
• Collaborate across technical areas and support projects.
• Help maintain a safe, efficient and innovative workshop environment.
• Support engineering projects within the Manufacturing Team.

Skills

Engineering knowledge across multiple

Health & Safety

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Student support

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Universal Test Machines

Hardness Testers

Impact Testers

Servo-Hydraulic Test Machines

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Technical Officer in our Science and Engineering Manufacturing Team.

Are you passionate about engineering and eager to support cutting‑edge education and research? We're looking for a Technical Officer to join our Science and Engineering Manufacturing Team, a dynamic group that supports students, staff, and research through hands‑on technical expertise in our labs and workshops.

What You'll Do.

• Provide expert technical support for teaching, research, and knowledge exchange.
• Work primarily within the Manufacturing Team but also collaborate across other technical areas.
• Support Engineering projects.
• Help maintain a safe, efficient, and innovative working environment.

We're proud of our culture of continuous improvement and our commitment to delivering an excellent experience for both students and staff.

What We're Looking For.

• A degree in engineering or a closely related subject and/or equivalent relevant work experience.
• A broad skill set across multiple engineering disciplines, including operation of material testing equipment, including but not limited to Universal Test Machines, Hardness Testers, Impact Testers, Servo‑Hydraulic Test Machines.
• A strong understanding of test methods.
• A solid understanding of Health & Safety in workshop and lab environments.
• Strong communication skills - both written and verbal.
• Clear organisational skills
• A genuine enthusiasm for helping students and staff succeed.

Questions To Ask Yourself

• Do I enjoy working in a hands‑on, collaborative technical environment?
• Am I confident supporting engineering projects?
• Can I adapt to working across different teams and disciplines?
• Do I take pride in maintaining safe and efficient workspaces?
• Am I passionate about helping others learn and achieve their goals? Interested?

If you're excited by the idea of working in a forward‑thinking team and making a real impact in science and engineering education, we'd love to hear from you!

Further Information

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.

Documents

• Material testing grade 6.pdf (71.89 KB)
• Candidate Pack.pdf (9.16 MB)