Technician CNC Machinist

University of Nottingham; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a leading educational institution for a Technician CNC Machinist. In this role, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to supporting innovative research and teaching through high-quality component manufacturing. You will engage with a variety of engineering disciplines and contribute to the development of cutting-edge projects. The position offers a friendly and diverse working environment, with opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to staff development. If you are a proactive team player with a passion for engineering, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible working arrangements

Access to fitness and health facilities

Discounted private medical insurance

On-site counselling services

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC machining and manual machining.
• Knowledge of CAD software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture components for teaching and research projects.
• Modify equipment based on drawings and verbal instructions.
• Provide technical assistance to staff and students.

Skills

CNC machining (milling and/or turning)

Manual machining

Technical advice

Problem-solving

Education

HNC in Engineering

Tools

CAD programs (Solidworks, Autodesk Inventor)

Job description

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Salary

£29,329 to £35,943 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Area

Engineering

Location

University Park

Salary

£29,329 to £35,943 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Closing Date

Monday 05 May 2025

Reference

ENG124625

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Central Engineering Workshop for an individual to join our team of highly skilled engineering technicians engaged in the manufacture of equipment and parts for research and teaching.

We have an experienced, collaborative team of over 120 technical staff, supporting the wider Faculty of Engineering across two of the University campuses. Our technical team work closely with students and staff and engage in a varied portfolio of work across all the University’s engineering disciplines. We believe diverse teams make us stronger. We understand that having a mix of opinions, broad perspectives, lived experiences and different ways of solving problems enhances our day-to-day work and enriches our team.

The Role

As a technician specialising in CNC machining (milling and/or turning) you will contribute to the design and manufacture of high-quality parts that support the world changing research and teaching ambitions of the University. You will:

• Manufacture components for teaching, research and student projects.
• Modify equipment and components based on drawings and verbal instructions.
• Use a variety of workshop equipment, including lathes and other techniques as needed.
• Give technical advice and assistance to both research and teaching staff and students.
  
  

Your Experience

• Manual and CNC machining (milling and/or turning)
• Experience working in a manufacturing workshop or equivalent.
• Attained at least a HNC in an engineering discipline or previously worked in a relevant role.
• You may have a working knowledge of CAD programs, such as Solidworks, Autodesk Inventor, or similar (desirable).
  
  

Your Approach

We’re proud of our team and are looking for a real team player to join us. Some of the qualities we like our team to display are:

• Positive and proactive.
• A willingness to learn and develop.
• Flexible and happy to engage in new opportunities and challenges.
• Ability to develop novel solutions to problems.
• Ability to communicate your advice and thoughts to other staff members.
  
  

What We Offer

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A flexible working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
• Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website
  
  

Wellbeing and Development

• Wide-range of development opportunities
• Varied day to day activities and opportunities to develop skills
• Free on-site counselling services
• Discounted private medical insurance
• Founding signatory of the Technicians Commitment, https://www.technicians.org.uk/technician-commitment
  
  

What Next

Further information is available in the role profile.

The post is offered on a permanent, full time (36.25 hours per week) contract.

Flexible working arrangements and part-time working will be considered. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.

Please contact Andy Plummer [e-mail] if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. Learn more about the university commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion .

We are delighted to share that we are the first university to have achieved Athena Swan Gold Award .

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