Technical Operations Manager (Electrical & Mechanical)

Location:

This on-site role will require the post holder to work split campus, South Kensington and White City to lead and manage a cross campus multi-disciplined technical team and manage a varied departmental estate.

About the role:

The Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London is a world-leading interdisciplinary department that brings together engineering, medicine and the life sciences to address some of the most pressing challenges in healthcare. Through pioneering research, education and innovation, we develop technologies and solutions that improve human health and wellbeing.

We are looking for an experienced engineering leader to join us as our Technical Operations Manager (Electrical & Mechanical Engineering).  This is a unique opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary technical team supporting world-class research, innovative undergraduate teaching and cutting-edge engineering facilities across two campuses. Working at the heart of the department, you will play a key role in enabling the next generation of engineers and supporting researchers tackling some of society's biggest healthcare and technology challenges.

As Technical Operations Manager (Electrical & Mechanical Engineering), you will provide strategic leadership for the department's mechanical, electrical and mechatronic engineering laboratories, workshops and makerspaces. You will oversee facilities that support hundreds of students and researchers each year, ensuring technical resources, expertise and infrastructure continue to meet the evolving needs of teaching and research.

Reporting to the Head of Technical Support Operations and Safety, you will lead specialist technical teams across both South Kensington and White City, driving collaboration, innovation and service excellence. You will help shape the future direction of our technical services, ensuring the department remains at the forefront of engineering education and research.

What you would be doing:

• Leading and developing specialist teams across electrical and mechanical engineering disciplines.
• Managing and enhancing engineering laboratories, workshops and makerspaces across both campuses.
• Creating an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing technical culture.
• Working closely with academic and professional services colleagues to deliver outstanding support for teaching and research.
• Driving strategic planning, resource allocation and operational improvement across technical services.
• Providing expert technical leadership and guidance within your area of engineering expertise.
• Ensuring technical capabilities evolve to support new technologies, emerging research and future curriculum developments.

What we are looking for:

You will be a confident engineering leader with a passion for developing people, improving services and enabling excellence in education and research.

Essential requirements include:

• Relevant Engineering degree (BEng/MEng) suitable for Chartered Engineer requirements
• Evidence of continuing professional development and industry engagement
• Demonstrated leadership in progressive engineering environments, including managing technical professionals  
• Substantial experience supporting undergraduate engineering education in higher education settings
• Proven experience in agile resource management and priority setting in dynamic environments

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 43 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information

This is a full-time, open-ended post.

Interviews will be held

07 & 08 December 2026.

For information on the role and application process, please contact Bhavna Patel, Resources and Staffing Manager (bioeng.staffing@imperial.ac.uk)

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

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