Senior Technician (Composites)
The Faculty of Science and Engineering wish to appoint a Senior Technician (Composites) to provide teaching and research support for the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics.
You will work as part of a team under the direction of the School Technical Manager and deliver support in all aspects of Composites Engineering and manage the Composites Engineering Workshop. When you join us, you’ll be supporting a broad range of activities including undergraduate projects, teaching, research and outreach activities.A key element of the role will be the day-to-day operation of the Composites Engineering workshop, and you will be involved with developing the facility in our brand new Engineering Design Facility which opened December 2023.
What we’re looking for:
We are looking for a candidate with a degree or HND in a relevant subject with a suitable period of relevant work experience. You will have practical experience in a variety of composites engineering techniques, including resin infusion and compression moulding.Experience in the use of SolidWorks and Fusion 360 (or similar), and CNC composites machining is desirable.
This role includes a significant element of student facing work and so the ideal candidate will enjoy working in a dynamic student focused environment.
About us:
This is an exciting time to join the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics (SECaM) as the £63 million Babbage Building creates the state-of-the-art space for inspiring research and teaching, and enables multidisciplinary collaborations within and beyond the School.SECaM is a welcoming and inspiring place to work and study. SECaM is part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering and includes the subject areas of civil and coastal engineering, computer science, electrical and electronic engineering and robotics, mathematical science, mechanical, marine and materials engineering and navigation and maritime science.
We are a collaborative and interdisciplinary community of world-leading academics, researchers and techniciansfocused on the advancement of knowledge and the creation of innovative solutions that have a positive impact on society. We have an extensive portfolio of research from offshore renewable energy, coastal engineering and robotics to cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and data science.
With many internationally recognised experts, our teaching staff are passionate about providing an innovative and inspiring learning experience. The School holds an Athena Swan Bronze award that demonstrates our ongoing commitment to advancing gender equality and success for all.
Women and members of other currently underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Application Process:
Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Charlotte Cree - School Technical Manager by email charlotte.cree@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 01752 586204.
Interviews are likely to take place week commencing Monday 28th October 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.
Our Offer:
This is a full-time, permanent position, working 37 hours a week.
We regret that there is no opportunity to work from home in this position.
We offer a competitive salary package, a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits/support mechanisms, including ongoing development opportunities, flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.
Additional Information:
The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages.
We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented communities at the University of Plymouth, such as carers/parents, people with disabilities, ethnically diverse, LGBT+, and people from all socio-economic backgrounds.