Main duties and responsibilities

De Montfort University (DMU) is an ambitious, globally-minded institution with a relentless focus on delivering quality teaching and learning, and a campus-wide focus on providing a sector-leading student experience. A culturally rich university with a palpable commitment to the public good, it strives to maintain a stimulating and inclusive environment where staff and students are able to thrive. The university is a vibrant, multicultural hub of learning, creativity and innovation that never surrenders to convention. Our success is built on a fantastic student experience coupled with award-winning teaching and world-class facilities that help students develop the skills and attitudes that employers demand.

Faculty/Directorate

Our Faculty of Technology, Arts and Culture is home to a wide range of innovative courses taught in state-of-the-art facilities, equipping students with the specialist skills and knowledge needed to tackle real-world challenges.

Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and hands-on Mechatronics and Systems Integration Lab Technician to join the technical team within the faculty. You will play a key role in managing the day-to-day running of the labs, supporting both teaching and research activities, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment for staff, students and visitors.

As part of a dedicated technical team, you will:

• Provide hands on technical support to users.
• Maintain & develop specialist equipment, software, and lab systems.
• Support student learning, projects, and skills development.
• Contribute to exhibitions, shows and collaborative events.

This role is on a fixed term contract for 12 months, 37 hours per week.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone with specialist knowledge in mechatronics, robotics, systems integration along with communications systems understanding, with the ability to apply this experience to dynamic teaching and research environment.

You will bring:

• Strong technical skills and practical problem-solving ability.
• A proactive, student-focused mindset and excellent communication skills.
• A willingness to keep pace with emerging technologies and industry practices.
• Flexibility to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

This role is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check being completed.

For more information about the role please click here to view the job description and person specification.

Contact

For more information about this role, please contact Ashok Karavadra akaravadra@dmu.ac.uk or 0116 207 8060.