Senior Technician (Digital Fabrication)

The Faculty of Science and Engineering wish to appoint a Senior Technician 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 Digital Fabrication including laser cutting and 3D printing, and contribution to CAD & CAM delivery within the School. You will need to demonstrate the relevant skills, a suitable amount of work experience and a commitment to the technical delivery/technical education within the technical team. This role will support a broad range of activities including undergraduate projects, teaching, research and outreach activities.

You will be expected to have an NVQ/BTEC level 3/4 or Degree in a relevant subject area or equivalent or substantial appropriate experience in the subject. You must have practical knowledge and experience in digital fabrication with a particular focus on laser cutting and 3D printing, CAD and CAM skills, including the use of software such as SolidWorks, SolidCAM and Fusion360. As this is a heavily student focused role, experience in a student based focused environment would be desirable. A key element of the role will be the day-to-day operation of the DigiFab laboratory, and as such, experience of working in a H&S focused manner is essential and experience of taking responsibility for H&S in a workshop is desirable.

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 technicians focused 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.

This is a full-time permanent contract working 37 hours per week.

We regret that there is no opportunity to work from home in this position.

For an informal discussion please contact Charlotte Cree by email at charlotte.cree@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 01752 586 204.

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.

Interviews are likely to take place week commencing 13^th January 2025 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

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