Chief Workshop Technician

Cambridge
1 month ago
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Our prestigious client is looking to appoint a Chief Workshop Technician to work in Central Cambridge. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced technician or senior workshop engineer with a background in mechanical engineering, materials science or a related field to work in a dynamic environment supporting innovative R&D.

This role offers a high level of autonomy and hands-on technical involvement, from fabricating bespoke experimental rigs to training colleagues and maintaining specialist lab equipment. You'll also play a key role in ensuring lab safety, developing test methods and supporting new research projects.

The Role

As Chief Workshop Technician, your responsibilities will include:

  • Designing, developing and modifying mechanical rigs and experimental setups.

  • Advising researchers and students on experimental design, materials testing and engineering methods.

  • Fabricating custom mechanical components using manual machining and workshop tools.

  • Managing lab safety, performing risk assessments and training new users on procedures.

  • Maintaining and repairing lab equipment, liaising with external service providers as needed.

  • Monitoring laboratory supplies, managing inventory and placing equipment and consumables orders.

  • Providing technical support to colleagues.

    About You

    The ideal candidate will have:

  • A qualification equivalent to HND/HNC or Level 4/5 vocational certification or equivalent practical experience.

  • A solid background in mechanical engineering, with hands-on experience in experimental setup and component fabrication.

  • Experience using manual machining tools and working in a workshop/lab environment.

  • Excellent understanding of lab health and safety regulations.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and confidence in providing training or guidance to colleagues at all levels.

  • High levels of manual dexterity and precision.

    Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below

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