Technician in Microwave Process Engineering (Fixed term)

Reference

ENG386622

Closing Date

Friday, 7th October 2022

Job Type

Technical Services

Department

Engineering

Salary

£26396 to £32348 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team which is internationally renowned for research in Microwave Processing of materials. We are looking for an enthusiastic, practically minded individual to contribute to the successful delivery of a variety of exciting research projects. 

Our research is centred around the development of microwave-heating based platform technologies with the potential to access a wide range of markets across sectors as diverse as steelmaking, nuclear, food, catalysis and energy. You will assist with test work on a variety of evolving process rigs across a range of applications which feed directly into both pilot plant and industrial scale work across a range of end-users. 

We are seeking applications from people with an interest in working in a research or laboratory environment, enjoy solving technical problems and whose backgrounds, experience and identity broaden and enhances the diversity of our existing team. Our Faculty is committed to creating opportunities for people traditionally underrepresented in Engineering. 

The Faculty of Engineering recognise the importance of continuous professional development and therefore the importance of providing opportunities, structured support and encouragement to engage in professional development each year. 

The Role  

Provide technical support in the operation of bespoke microwave process rigs and conduct high quality test work whilst recording and interpreting results. Plan and prioritise your own work within the required deadlines whilst staying responsive to changing priorities. Plan and oversee the day-to-day technical running of our laboratories and safe operation of specialist research rigs, apparatus and laboratory equipment. Use your skills, knowledge, and experience to guide and support students and junior staff in their work. 

Your Experience

• HNC in relevant subject, or equivalent qualifications, plus/or substantial work experience in a relevant role.
• Experience in a workshop/lab, skills in knowledge transfer and training advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills to identify and understand student requirements/ideas.
• Implementing Health and Safety guidelines. 

This role is initially offered on a fixed term contract until 31 December 2023. Hours of work are full-time (36.25 hours); however, applications are also welcome from candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 18.5 hours per week). Please specify in your application if you wish to work part time and the number of preferred hours. Arrangements for job share would be considered. 

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Matt Nicholls, email [email protected] Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Our University is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. We welcome applications from UK, Europe and from across the globe. For more information on the support we offer our international colleagues, see our Moving to Nottingham pages.

For successful international applicants, we provide financial support for your visa and the immigration health surcharge, plus an interest-free loan to help cover the cost of immigration-related expenses for any dependants accompanying you to the UK. For more information please see the our webpage on Financial support for visas and the immigration health surcharge .