Electrical Technician

Electrical Technician

Newcastle University - School of Engineering

• Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
• Salary: £32,080 to £36,636 per annum
• Hours: Full Time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Placed On: 23rd March 2026
• Closes: 20th April 2026
• Job Ref: 28415

Company description:

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

Job description:

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, ideally time-served Electrical Technician to join our team in a practical, workshop and laboratory-based role within the School of Engineering. This post focuses on the hands-on repair, operation, maintenance, and development of electrical facilities.

Based across a range of laboratories and workshops, you will provide high-quality technical support to enable teaching and research activities, ensuring equipment and facilities are safe, reliable, and fit for purpose. You will be supported by the Technical Team Leader and the School Technical Manager.

Working as part of a team of Electrical and Electronic Technicians, you will be directly involved in the installation, fault-finding, repair, calibration, and upkeep of laboratory equipment and systems. This includes practical work with test rigs, instrumentation, motors, and AC electronic motor drive systems.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in more detail, please contact the Technical Operations Manager, Stephen Robson (stephen.robson@ncl.ac.uk), or the Technical Team Leader Roy Proud (roy.proud@ncl.ac.uk)

To apply, please submit an online application including your CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the essential criteria for this role.