Technician: Electronics
| Posting date: | 21 November 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 December 2025 |
| Location: | Sheffield, S10 2TN |
| Company: | University of Sheffield |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1554-43796699 |
Summary
University of Sheffield
As a Technician you will be an integral member of the Schools electrical services team. Based in Schools Electrical Workshops, supporting activities within the main campus but also at satellite sites (Buxton & ICAIR) you will collaborate with other team members. You will lead in the manufacture of specialist equipment and components for research activities and will also provide technical expertise to undergraduate projects, postgraduate projects and other collaborators within the Faculty of Engineering. The work is diverse and varied.
You will be an integral member of the Schools existing electrical services team, working with the Technical Manager and Senior Technical Specialist .You will be able to comprehend and analyse technical documentation to effectively perform job duties. Appreciate the significance of providing outstanding customer service to both customers and colleagues, including identifying needs and responding appropriately based on the situation and organisational culture. Plan and work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, environmental compliance procedures and systems and other relevant guidelines. Train and advise others in the workshop as and when required.
Ensure all activities are undertaken using the correct processes/methodologies, ensuring quality and compliance. Work independently with efficiency and effectiveness, consistently maintaining an organised workspace and minimising waste.
This is definitely a “hands on role” with a focus on the manufacturing of bespoke solutions and integration of control systems.
As a Technician you will be an integral member of the Schools electrical services team. Based in Schools Electrical Workshops, supporting activities within the main campus but also at satellite sites (Buxton & ICAIR) you will collaborate with other team members. You will lead in the manufacture of specialist equipment and components for research activities and will also provide technical expertise to undergraduate projects, postgraduate projects and other collaborators within the Faculty of Engineering. The work is diverse and varied.
You will be an integral member of the Schools existing electrical services team, working with the Technical Manager and Senior Technical Specialist .You will be able to comprehend and analyse technical documentation to effectively perform job duties. Appreciate the significance of providing outstanding customer service to both customers and colleagues, including identifying needs and responding appropriately based on the situation and organisational culture. Plan and work safely at all times, complying with health and safety legislation, regulations, environmental compliance procedures and systems and other relevant guidelines. Train and advise others in the workshop as and when required.
Ensure all activities are undertaken using the correct processes/methodologies, ensuring quality and compliance. Work independently with efficiency and effectiveness, consistently maintaining an organised workspace and minimising waste.
This is definitely a “hands on role” with a focus on the manufacturing of bespoke solutions and integration of control systems.