Engineering Workshop Technician

The University of Surrey seeks an Engineering Workshop Technician to manufacture precision components, develop bespoke equipment, and support research activities. Responsibilities include operating conventional and CNC machinery, interpreting technical drawings, and maintaining workshop facilities. Applicants must hold an HNC/HND or equivalent, possess significant workshop experience, and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and a understanding of health and safety.

• This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll manufacture high-precision components, develop bespoke equipment, maintain workshop facilities and provide expert technical support to engineering and research activities across the University.
• No two days are the same. One day you could be machining a complex component from a CAD drawing, the next building and modifying specialist equipment or helping develop innovative manufacturing solutions.
• Manufacturing precision components using conventional and CNC machine tools.
• Interpreting engineering drawings, CAD models, sketches and technical specifications.
• Constructing, modifying and repairing bespoke mechanical equipment and apparatus.
• Providing practical engineering advice and technical solutions.
• Supporting the design and development of specialist engineering equipment.
• Maintaining workshop machinery and ensuring equipment remains safe, reliable and operational.
• Promoting safe working practices and contributing to a professional workshop environment.
• Identifying opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, productivity and efficiency.
• This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, precision engineering and creating practical solutions that support innovation.

• We're looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineering Technician with a passion for quality workmanship and continuous improvement.
• An HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline.
• Experience operating a range of conventional and/ or CNC machine tools.
• Significant experience working within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• A strong understanding of workshop health and safety requirements.
• The ability to interpret technical drawings and translate concepts into high-quality manufactured components.
• Excellent practical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to plan, prioritise and manage workload with minimal supervision.
• Most importantly, you'll enjoy taking ownership of your work, collaborating with colleagues and finding innovative ways to tackle engineering challenges.

• Work on unique and technically challenging projects.
• Access well-equipped workshop facilities and modern manufacturing equipment.
• Benefit from excellent professional development opportunities and a generous staff benefits package.