Senior Technical Officer / Technical Officer

HKU School of Innovation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 290,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

HKU School of Innovation invites applications for a Senior Technical Officer / Technical Officer on a one-year temporary basis, with potential renewal subject to performance. The role focuses on sustaining the prototyping workshop, supporting teaching and research activities, and leading hands-on workshops for student projects.

The ideal candidate has a relevant degree, strong experience in robotics, electronics, embedded systems, and rapid prototyping, plus proficiency with Fusion 360 and

Qualifications

• Higher diploma or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in robotics, electronics, embedded systems (C/Python), and Fusion 360.
• Strong hands-on prototyping capability with rapid mechatronics.
• Experience operating prototyping tools such as 3D printers and laser cutters.
• Good written and spoken Chinese and English; fresh graduates or less-experienced candidates may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the School’s prototyping workshop.
• Support teaching, research and prototyping activities for project-based courses.
• Conduct workshops and assist students with innovative projects.
• Provide technical support for daily operations of the School.

Skills

Robotics

Electronics

Embedded systems (C/Python)

3D modeling (Fusion 360)

Rapid prototyping

Workshop tools handling

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field

Higher diploma in a related field

Tools

Fusion 360

3D printers

Laser cutters

Basic electronics equipment

Job description

Senior Technical Officer / Technical Officer in the School of Innovation (Ref.:537165)

to commence as soon as possible, on a one-year temporary-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance.

Required qualifications and experience

• Applicants for the Senior Technical Officer position should possess a relevant higher diploma or bachelor’s degree, preferably with at least three years of relevant work experience.


• Applicants should have extensive technical experience in at least two of the following areas: robotics; electronics; embedded systems programming in C or Python; and 3D modeling software, such as Fusion 360.


• Strong hands-on experience in developing rapid mechatronic prototypes is essential.


• Experience in operating and maintaining prototyping tools, including 3D printers, laser cutters, and basic electronic equipment.


• Self-motivated, able to work independently, and have good command of written and spoken Chinese and English.


• Candidates with less experience may be considered for appointment as Technical Officer.


• Fresh graduates may also be considered.

Key responsibilities

• Maintaining the School’s prototyping workshop.


• Supporting teaching, research, and prototyping activities for project-based courses.


• Conducting workshops.


• Assisting students in developing innovative projects.


• Providing technical support for the School’s daily operations.

Interview process

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview and/or a written test. Candidates who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 537165) need not re-apply.

Salary & benefits

• A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits.