Technical Specialist - CNC Manufacturing Laboratory

We’re looking for a highly skilled, adaptable and self-motivated machinist to provide technical support to the Mechanical Services Main Workshop and CNC Manufacturing facility.

You will be responsible for providing technical advice, instruction and support to academic and research staff and students in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. You will provide the staff and students of the Department with skilled, technical support for the design and manufacture of unique devices, the repair, modification and construction of new and existing equipment and the manufacture of new components. You will also support the teaching and supervision of undergraduates in the use of machine and hand tools and provide technical support during final year individual projects.

You will also support our student automotive race teams including both mechanical and electric powered vehicles and our electric motorcycle team, providing both technical and manufacturing support. In addition, you may provide instruction to our undergraduates in the safe operation of conventional lathes and milling machines in our student workshop.

This position is offered on a full-time, open-ended basis. We are open to flexible working requests for this position.

For informal enquiries about the role please contact:

• Julian Sulley, Director of Technical Services, 01225385202 or js806@bath.ac.uk
• Dave Wood, Technical Manager, 01225384275 or ensdnw@bath.ac.uk
• Guy Brace, Technical Supervisor, 01225386858 or ensgwb@bath.ac.uk

Please ensure you submit your application via the University website.

About you:

Our ideal candidate will:

• have served a recognised, relevant apprenticeship or City and Guilds qualification or have equivalent experience of working in a similar environment
• be proficient in the safe operation and use of a variety of mechanical workshop machine tools together with design, fitting and assembly skills
• have experience in CNC programming and machining, as well as conventional precision machining 

Knowledge and experience of Computer Aided Design (CAD) programming would be an advantage but training will be available if necessary to develop these skills.

You will have the attributes to develop into a kind and culturally aware leader who fosters an environment where every individual is valued and respected, regardless of their background or identity. You will proactively seek out diverse perspectives, recognizing the richness and creativity this brings to decision-making and problem-solving. 

About us:

The University of Bath is surrounded by green fields overlooking the world-heritage city of Bath - with the city centre only 1 mile from campus. On site, you will find all the local amenities you could ask for including shops, restaurants, cafes, banks and the world-class Sports Training Village. It is an innovative, successful and rewarding place to work and develop your career.

Both the Department and the University are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive working environment. The Department currently holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award, and we are working to further improve equality, diversity and inclusivity within the Department. 

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