Technician Electronics Powertrains

Loughborough University; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Hybrid working options

Pension schemes

On-site nursery

Health and wellbeing

Travel offers

Job summary

Loughborough University is seeking a Technician Electronics Powertrains to join the Powertrains Test Cells team, supporting teaching and research across the School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering. You will operate and maintain a range of electronic equipment within the facilities.

The role is full-time, open-ended, campus-based with a salary from £29,588 to £34,610 per annum and benefits including flexible and hybrid working options.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will join a team providing support in the Powertrains Test Cells and across the School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering, supporting teaching and research activities.
• You will use a range of electronic equipment and you will be required to use your skills and experience to run, modify and maintain equipment within the facilities.

Job description

The University is dedicated to supporting an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment - to create better futures, together. The diverse backgrounds, characteristics and opinions within our community are our great strength and are key to our pursuit of delivering educational excellence, enterprise, research and professional services. We welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds and minoritized groups as they are currently under-represented within our community.

We recognise the value of a fulfilling and balanced work and personal life which promotes wellbeing. We seek to support colleagues in achieving this balance and have family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements and many roles can be suitable for dynamic working arrangement. This includes considering applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.

We are proud to be a Real Living Wage Employer—so much so that we go beyond the standard, providing additional supplementary payments at specific pay points to further support our employees' financial wellbeing. Further information about the Loughborough Real Living Wage Supplement can be found on our HR webpage .

Loughborough University is a UKVI Sponsor. Some individuals may require sponsorship to enable them to apply for a visa to provide them with the right to work in the UK. Please note certain roles are not eligible for sponsorship. For further information and eligibility please visit the UKVI website .

Job details

Job title Technician Electronics Powertrains Job reference REQ260710 Date posted 28/09/2026 Application closing date 25/10/2026 Location Loughborough Package Technical Services grade 5 from £29588 to £34610 per annum. Subject to annual pay award. Job description

Full time - Open ended - Campus based

About the role

The successful candidate will join a team providing support in the Powertrains Test Cells and across the School of Aeronautical, Automotive, Chemical and Materials Engineering, supporting teaching and research activities.

You will use a range of electronic equipment and you will be required to use your skills and experience to run, modify and maintain equipment within the facilities.

About the University

Universities are one of this country’s greatest assets. We’re educators, employers, innovators and pioneers. We shape culture and society.

At Loughborough, we strive for better, think differently, challenge convention and take action. We are passionate about finding solutions to the major problems faced by society and the planet, and we create opportunities for those with the drive, the ambition, and the determination to apply themselves in the pursuit of better.

About the Department

We are one of the largest departments for Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering in the UK. Through cutting-edge research and strong collaborations with industry and academic partners, we are driving innovation that has the potential to revolutionise the aviation and automotive industries.

Why should you Apply?

With huge amount of variety in the role, there is an opportunity for you to develop and continually grow.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Steve Horner , Power Trains Supervisor , via email to s.j.horner @lboro.ac.uk or by telephone to 01509 226 790.

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Application Process

For further support with your application, please refer to our application guidance , which includes some top tips to help you when completing your application.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process. If you'd to request them please contact Tomasz Cendrowski at [e-mail].

Closing Date:25 th October

Interview Date: 5 th November – subject to change; please make sure you are available in the week commencing the 2 nd November

Our Benefits

At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:

Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.

Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus.

Financial Wellbeing - competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.

Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.

Health and Wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.

Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.

Discover more about the full range of rewards andbenefitsat Loughborough University.