Senior Technician - Electrical Engineering

Faculty/Directorate

Faculty of Engineering, Computing & the Environment

School/Function

Faculty General (ECE)

Location of vacancy

Roehampton Vale

We are seeking a skilled and innovative Senior Technician in Electrical Engineering to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in supporting our cutting-edge research, teaching activities, and the development of prototypes for a wide range of projects. You will work closely with academic staff, researchers, and students to deliver technical solutions and ensure our facilities are at the forefront of engineering innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Support the electrical engineering laboratory provisions of the School

Provide hands-on support for practical sessions in electrical and electronic engineering, including electrical machines power systems equipment, circuit building and testing.

Collaborate with academic staff and students to design, build, and test functional prototypes for research and teaching projects.

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical engineering equipment.

Ensure the safe operation of all equipment in compliance with health and safety standards.

Oversee the day-to-day operation of laboratories, including maintaining an inventory of equipment, tools, and consumables.

Provide training and supervision for students and staff in the use of laboratory equipment and prototyping tools.

Work with internal and external stakeholders on collaborative projects, particularly those involving prototype development.

Continuously improve lab processes, contribute to funding proposals, and support the delivery of innovative research outputs.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced technician with a strong background in electrical engineering. You should have excellent problem-solving skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Essential Criteria:

HND, degree, or equivalent qualification in electrical engineering or a related field.

Extensive experience in power electronics, electrical drives and networks.

Practical experience with electrical engineering hardware equipment including transformers, DC machines. AC machines and 3-phase machines amongst others.

Proficiency in using Electrical and Electronic software tools.

Strong understanding of health and safety regulations in an engineering context.

Desirable Criteria:

Experience in teaching or training others in a technical environment.

Knowledge of renewable energy systems, robotics, or embedded systems.

Experience in managing laboratory facilities.

Experience with Electric Vehicles

There are few faculties across the UK university landscape as varied in their scope. We teach and research across a wide range of subjects, allowing for real cross-discipline innovation and creativity.

Our lecturers are experts – working at the forefront of their fields and actively engaged in research so they can bring advanced knowledge to their teaching. Our state-of-the-art facilities include specialist laboratories, a public outreach centre, a specialist virtual reality centre, a rocket lab, and flight simulators. For future scientists and engineers, this combines to create the ultimate real-life space for practical learning. For academic professionals, this all adds up to a truly vibrant, exciting environment in one of the largest and most diverse STEM faculties in the sector.

This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £38,613 per annum.

In person interviews are expected to be held the week commencing 24th February 2025.

For informal enquiries, please contact Lesley Stigling , Head of Resource & Planning.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. 

To apply click on ‘Apply Now’. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email jobs@kingston.ac.uk  or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.