Technical Specialist (Digital Fabrication) - 16896

Brunel University London; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London allowance

generous annual leave

excellent pension schemes

family-friendly policies

wellbeing support

employee discounts and rewards

Job summary

Brunel University London is seeking an experienced Technical Specialist to lead the operation and development of its Digital Fabrication Laboratory (DFL). The DFL supports teaching, research, innovation and industry engagement with advanced 3D printing, laser cutting, prototyping and digital manufacturing.

You will oversee equipment maintenance, user inductions, and technical training while providing leadership for safe, effective use from concept through to prototype and component manufacture.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in digital fabrication, additive manufacturing, engineering, manufacturing, or product design.
• Experience with operation and maintenance of industrial-grade additive manufacturing systems.
• Strong knowledge of 3D printing technologies, digital fabrication equipment, and CAD/CAM software.
• Experience training and supporting users in a technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead operation and development of the Digital Fabrication Laboratory (DFL).
• Provide technical leadership for safe and effective use of equipment and software.
• Manage day-to-day operation including equipment maintenance, user training, inductions and workshops.

Skills

Digital fabrication

Additive manufacturing

Engineering

Manufacturing

Product design

User training

Tools

CAD/CAM software

3D printing technologies

Industrial-grade equipment

Job description

Position Title: Technical Specialist (Digital Fabrication)

Department: Technical Services

Location: Brunel University of London, Uxbridge Campus

Salary: Grade 7 from: to £41,292 to £48,557 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £52,761 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting, through sustained exceptional contribution (pro-rata if part-time).

Hours: Full-time

Contract Type: Permanent

The Technical Services team at Brunel is seeking an experienced, innovative, and self-motivated individual to lead the operation and development of its Digital Fabrication Laboratory (DFL). The DFL is a core technical facility supporting teaching, research, innovation, and industry engagement through advanced 3D printing, additive manufacturing, laser cutting, prototyping, and digital manufacturing technologies.

Equipped with a range of professional and industrial-grade 3D printing systems, the facility enables students, researchers, staff, and external partners to produce high-quality components using advanced materials.

You will have substantial experience in digital fabrication, additive manufacturing, engineering, manufacturing, or product design, including the operation and maintenance of industrial-grade additive manufacturing systems. You will possess strong knowledge and experience of 3D printing technologies, digital fabrication equipment, and CAD/CAM software, together with experience training and supporting users in a technical environment.

Working with colleagues across the University, you will provide technical leadership in the safe and effective use of equipment and software, supporting projects from concept development through to prototype and component manufacture. You will manage the day-to-day operation of the laboratory, including equipment maintenance, user training, technical support, and the delivery of inductions and workshops.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a flagship fabrication facility, work with cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, and support world-class teaching, research, and industry collaboration.

As a signatory to the national Technician Commitment, Brunel recognises and values the expertise of technical professionals and actively supports their development through initiatives such as the Brunel TechNet community, conference attendance, and CPD opportunities.

Brunel offers a competitive benefits package,

• London allowance
• generous annual leave
• excellent pension schemes
• family-friendly policies
• wellbeing support
• access to a wide range of employee discounts and rewards

Closing date for applications:3 WEEKS FROM ADVERTISING- 28/8/2026 MIDNIGHT

Interviews will take place from 3 September 2026

All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.

Brunel University London wishes to promote an inclusive and diverse workforce and create a culture that values the contribution of all backgrounds and communities. All employees will be recruited, selected and appointed in line with our equality and diversity policy.