About the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Aston University’s technical team as an Electrical / Electronic Technician, where you will be supporting a wide range of teaching and research activities across the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. This role requires a customer-focused individual with professional working knowledge of electrical and electronic engineering, capable of working effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will provide support to students, researchers, and staff in project-based learning and laboratory work, including assisting in teaching, developing, and producing working models, display prototypes, and research-based projects. Aston University offers a vibrant campus environment in Birmingham city centre with excellent transport links, outstanding training and development opportunities, a generous leave package of 30 bookable days plus 13 additional days for bank holidays and University closures, everyday discounts at various retailers, family-friendly policies, and access to on-site gym and pool facilities with discounted staff membership. This position, graded at level 07 with a salary of £31,236 to £36,636 per annum, is a permanent full-time role and may also meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, with eligibility assessed at the shortlisting stage. Aston University celebrates academic freedom and equal opportunities, promoting inclusivity and diversity, and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, encouraging staff to feel confident and authentic in the workplace.