Job number

ENG03634

Faculties

Faculty of Engineering

Departments

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Salary or Salary range

£41,005 - £45,616 per annum

Location/campus

South Kensington Campus - On site only

Contract type work pattern

Full time - Open ended

Posting End Date 7 Sep 2025

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering for two Structures Workshop/Laboratory Technicians to develop the design and manufacture of bespoke equipment for use within the Structures Research Laboratories, whilst ensuring that safe and effective working practices are carried out.

The post holders will have a key role in the development of testing rig setups and the modification/re-purposing of existing rigs and equipment. Common activities include machining, cutting, water-jetting, welding, assembling and working with cabling and hydraulics.

The roles are varied and will involve working in both the Workshop to manufacture the equipment and the Laboratory to carry out installation and setup.

The post holders will have access to a wide variety of professional development as well as the opportunity to connect with and learn from others through our extensive Technicians’ Network.

These are full time, permanent posts.

What you would be doing

You will carry out the design of test setups/rigs using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software allowing them to be visualised and discussed prior to manufacture.

You will also manufacture test setup/rigs using a wide range of machine tools and equipment including manual milling machines and lathes, and Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machines.

You will ensure that all equipment used is functioning safely and correctly, trouble shooting problems and arranging maintenance and repair as necessary.

You will also provide guidance, advice and support to academics, researchers and students in the design of laboratory equipment and test pieces with reference to structural experimentation.

What we are looking for

An HND/HNC or equivalent in an engineering subject is essential, and completion of a recognised apprenticeship in engineering is desirable.
You will have experience of working in an engineering workshop and using manual machine tools (lathes and milling machines) and hand tools.
You will also have experience of working from engineering drawings and written instructions.
You will ideally have experience of using CAD and CAM software.
Experience of using water jet cutting machines and their programming software is desirable.
You will also have an ability to deal with a wide range of people and a flexible attitude towards work and meeting deadlines.

What we can offer you

The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity
Benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes)
Get access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day 1, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and a 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 designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

Further information is available in the job description.

If you require any further details on the role please contact: Professor Leroy Gardner leroy.gardner@imperial.ac.uk

Any queries regarding the application process should be directed to Lucy Chivers at l.chivers@imperial.ac.uk .

For technical issues when applying online please email sjobs@ic.ac.uk.

Available documents

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We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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About Imperial

Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.

Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world’s toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.

As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you’ll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.

This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you’ll join us at Imperial College London.

Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.

Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.

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