Senior Electronics Technician


Company:	Newcastle University
Salary:	£32722-37369 per annum
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Newcastle, NE1 7RU
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Sept 2026
Closing date:	27 Oct 2026

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Summary

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.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Electronics Technician to support practical teaching and laboratory activities across the School of Engineering’s electronic laboratories.

Working as part of a skilled technical team, you will support taught modules, student projects, and research activities while contributing to the development of new laboratory experiments and facilities.

You will be involved in a wide range of student-led projects and research initiatives involving:

- Analogue and digital circuits, including troubleshooting and fault finding

- Printed circuit board (PCB) design, prototyping and assembly

- AC/DC low-voltage motor drive systems

- Microcontroller based systems (Microchip PIC, Arduino, and Raspberry Pi) including embedded programming

- 3D-printing and basic CAD design for prototype components

You will design, demonstrate, operate and maintain specialist electronic equipment, ensuring all work is carried out safely and effectively. You will also instruct and guide students in the use of laboratory equipment and processes, including oscilloscopes, power supplies, signal generators, data acquisition systems, and microcontroller platforms.

To be successful in this role, you should have substantial practical experience in an electronics environment, ideally within a teaching workshop or laboratory. You should also have demonstrable knowledge of analogue and digital electronics, PCB design, and electronic systems.

We actively support ongoing professional development and provide opportunities to develop skills in new hardware and software technologies.

Our School offers a supportive and collaborative working environment, flexible working arrangements, and an excellent benefits package, including up to 42 days holiday per year (30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 3 additional closure days over Christmas) alongside a generous pension scheme.

If you are passionate about electronics, enjoy supporting students and practical learning, and want to contribute to the future of engineering education, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to make an informal enquiry before applying and would welcome the opportunity for an informal online Teams discussion about the role.

Please complete the online application form uploading your CV and a brief statement detailing how you meet the essential and desirable knowledge, skills, and experience requirements.

Please contact Stephen Robson, Technical Operations Manager, at stephen.robson@ncl.ac.uk

to arrange a discussion.

Key Accountabilities

- Support teaching activities by preparing laboratories and demonstrating practical techniques, equipment operation, and safety procedures, ensuring students gain hands-on experience and understanding of electronic engineering principles

- Design, develop, and construct specialised electronic circuits and equipment for teaching and research purposes, providing technical guidance on modern hardware and embedded programming platforms

- Produce electronic schematic diagrams and PCB layouts using CAD software, and manufacture, assemble, and test experimental equipment to support teaching and research activities

- Set up, maintain, calibrate, and PAT test laboratory equipment, ensuring laboratories remain safe, organised, and fully operational

- Manage consumables and component stock within laboratory and workshop stores, and maintain the School’s equipment asset register

- Promote safe working practices by supporting risk assessments, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and laboratory safety processes across all facilities

- Work collaboratively with the Technical Team Leader to support the day-to-day operation of designated teaching and research laboratories, including housekeeping, health and safety inspections, and maintaining up-to-date documentation

- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and nature of the role

The Person

- Knowledge Skills and Experience:

Essential Technical Knowledge and Skills:

- Strong knowledge of the design, maintenance, servicing, and repair of electronic equipment and circuits

- Experience programming embedded microcontrollers in C/C++ (e.g. Microchip PIC, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or similar platforms)

- Familiarity with PCB design software (ideally Altium Designer or equivalent)

- Experience using electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, and laboratory power supplies

- Practical experience of PCB assembly, including through-hole and SMD soldering, rework, and fault diagnosis

Essential Practical Experience:

- Relevant experience within a technical or electronics-based role

- Hands-on practical experience within a workshop or laboratory environment

- Experience supporting teaching laboratories, student projects, or practical technical activities

Essential Professional Skills:

- Strong technical problem-solving and fault-finding abilities

- Good understanding of Health and Safety procedures within a laboratory or workshop environment

- Ability to contribute to the design and specification of practical electronics activities and experiments

- Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills

Qualifications

- Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Electronic or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent Level 4 qualification), or significant relevant technical experience

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Electronics Technician to join our Teaching Team and play a key role in delivering hands-on practical teaching across the School of Engineering electronic laboratories.

Based in the workshop, working as part of a team of skilled electronics technicians, you will support taught modules, student projects, and research activities. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence the design and development of laboratory experiments and contribute to the ongoing transformation of our facilities.

You will be involved in a wide range of student-led projects and research initiatives, supporting the design, development, assembly, and testing of:

Analogue and digital circuits, including troubleshooting and fault finding

Printed circuit boards (through-hole and SMD hand soldering, assembly and rework)

AC/DC low-voltage motor drive systems

Microcontroller based systems (Microchip PIC, FPGA, Arduino, Raspberry Pi)

PCB prototyping and circuit debugging

3D-printing and basic CAD design for prototype components

To be successful in this position, you must have hands-on practical experience in an electronics role, ideally within a workshop or laboratory environment. You should also have demonstrable knowledge of analogue and digital circuit design, as well as experience designing printed circuit boards for manufacture.

We offer dedicated time and opportunities to develop your skills in new hardware and software technologies, supporting your ongoing professional development and career progression.

Our school offers a relaxed and friendly working environment, supported by a collaborative technical team, flexible working hours, and up to 42 days of holidays (30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 4 Christmas days), along with an excellent pension scheme.

If you are passionate about electronics, enjoy working with students, and want to shape the future of engineering education, we would love to hear from you.

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to make an informal email enquiry before applying. If possible we would welcome a brief online chat to discuss the role before submitting your application. Please complete the online application, including your CV and a two-page cover letter detailing how you meet the essential and desirable knowledge, skills, and experience requirements.

Please note that as part of the interview process there will be a 30 minute in-person practical electronics assessment.

Please contact Stephen Robson, Technical Operations Manager, at stephen.robson@ncl.ac.uk to arrange a discussion.

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