SUPP111831

University of Bristol, Bristol

SUPP111831

£34866

University of Bristol, Bristol

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 Nov | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 89c00b4135514fb5a97cd4239d6d793e

Full Job Description

An exciting opportunity has emerged for two skilled and motivated Tool Room Machinists to join our team as Mechanical Workshop Technicians (internally referred to as a Specialist Technician), this role offers the chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects within the Faculty of Science & Engineering at the University of Bristol. Depending on your skills, experience, and knowledge, this position will be designated as either a Level 1 (Grade G - £30,505 - £34,866 per annum) or Level 2 (Grade H - £33,882 - £39,105 per annum) Specialist Technician.What will you be doing?

  • Working with key stakeholders (e.g. Principle Investigators) to provide specialist workshop services; developing concepts/plans in close collaboration with those stakeholders.
  • Operating, servicing, maintenance and calibration of workshop equipment, including CNC and manual machine tools, hand tools and specialist equipment.
  • Diagnose and rectify complex problems in engineering projects and workshop tools to find short and long-term solutions.
  • Keeping accurate records and drawings; analysing and interpreting project requirements, iterating design/implementation as required.
  • Training others in specialist techniques, processes and procedures where necessary.

    Experience in engineering workshop practices, including milling, turning, and fitting, coupled with a solid practical understanding of contemporary design tools, manufacturing processes, and safety protocols.
  • Basic proficiency in relevant specialist software such as CAD, Autodesk Fusion, and CNC systems.
  • A passion for foundational engineering principles and a capacity for advising and supporting customers, including research staff and students.
  • Level 2 Technician:
  • Extensive experience in engineering workshop practices, encompassing milling, turning, and fitting, with a robust practical grasp of contemporary design tools, manufacturing processes, and safety standards.
  • Proficient in relevant specialist software such as CAD, Autodesk Fusion, and CNC systems.
  • A commitment to providing guidance and assistance to both expert and novice customers, including research staff and students, in matters of engineering principles and applications.
  • You should apply if This position is well-suited for individuals with:
  • experience as a tool room machinist - milling, grinding, turning
  • experience in tool-making, manual machining, CNC
  • an apprenticeship (mechanical) completed (desirable)

    Exciting Projects: Be at the forefront of groundbreaking research and innovation in engineering.
  • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside talented colleagues who share your passion for engineering excellence.
  • Generous annual leave entitlement: 38 days (made up of 23 days annual leave, 7 university closure days and 8 bank holidays.

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