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Senior Drives Maintenance Engineer
Engineering
| Location: |
Jubilee Campus |
| Salary: |
£33,966 to £45,585
per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.
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| Closing Date: |
Wednesday 11 October 2023 |
| Reference: |
ENG392823 |
Want to work in a fast paced, rapidly expanding new business unit at the University of Nottingham?
We are seeking a Senior Drives Maintenance Engineer to join us in Nottingham Drives Specialist Services (NDSS), a Driving the Electric Revolution Industrialisation Centre.
Housed in the purpose built Power Electronics, Machines and Controls Centre, we are a rapidly expanding business unit within the Faculty of Engineering offering use of the testing and development capabilities within the Power Electronics, Machines and Drives (PEMD) sector. The services we offer are unique and world leading, attracting industrial customers from across the globe spanning multiple industries.
What will you be doing?
Electrification is a critical technology for achieving the worldwide commitments to tackle climate change and the University of Nottingham hosts one of the leading centres in the world for this technology.
You will be responsible for the maintenance and calibration of our facility, specifically the bespoke test stands and equipment ensuring the timely delivery of our projects to customers to the highest of standards.
Working with a diverse team including Applications Engineers, Researchers, Academics, Technical Staff, Quality Associates and other professional services you will be responsible for all aspects of high specification equipment maintenance and calibration and ensuring we are in a position to deliver.
What qualities are we looking for?
Candidates should be able to demonstrate a good understanding of electrical and mechanical systems and the maintenance of, including motor test stand setup practices and associated processes. Previous experience working within an electrical/ mechanical environment is essential.
A base knowledge of motor-generator test stand operation is expected but training will be given and will form an essential part of this role as the equipment is of a highly unique nature.
An excellent communicator, both verbally and written, as the face of our business and the University, you will have high professional standards. In return we can offer the opportunity to be involved in exciting projects at the cutting edge of electrification technology.
Why work with us?
As we grow, we are looking for the right people to grow with us as we offer world-leading services to industry.
This is a permanent, full-time post (36.25 hours). Arrangements for job share may be considered.
We offer hybrid and flexible working and excellent career development all based at our award winning Jubilee Campus in Nottingham.
At the University of Nottingham, we are committed to providing generous employment packages whilst supporting the well-being of our staff to help them reach their full potential. As a University employee, you will have an excellent choice of benefits and rewards, including access to fitness and health facilities, staff discounts and travel schemes, along with 30 days' holiday allowance, University closure days and a highly attractive pension scheme.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Chris Varley, christopher.varley@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
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