Electronics Workshop Technician


Company:	University of Leeds
Salary:	£29,588 to £33,002 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leeds, LS2 9JT
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	30 Oct 2026
Closing date:	27 Nov 2026

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Summary

Are you a skilled Electronics Technician looking for a varied, interesting and challenging role working within a research and teaching environment providing Electronics technical support in a campus-based role within the Faculty of EPS.

Joining a small team of electronics professionals providing technical support to the 8 schools within the faculty of EPS for both research and teaching applications. You will support innovative projects by designing, manufacturing, and programming often complex solutions to electrical/electronic challenges within bespoke research and teaching applications in conjunction with providing general electronic and electrical technical activities within the faculty.

Essential requirements

Experience of relevant electronics support functions with an ability to demonstrate technical competence at an appropriate level of electronic manufacturing and soldering techniques, BTEC level 3, HNC, HND or equivalent experience in an electronics or electrical technical role, RSciTech/EngTech, or willingness to work towards, or equivalent professional registration, Knowledge of relevant safety regulations & procedures, for example COSHH and risk assessment, Knowledge and ability to implement practical techniques used in relevant work area, Ability to perform complex technical tasks to a consistent high standard with attention to detail, Ability to plan and take responsibility for own work using initiative, seeking advice where necessary, IT skills for a wide range of applications, including Google Apps, Word, Excel and specialist software where appropriate, Ability to coordinate & supervise members of the team, allocating work as required, Competent in use of advanced technical equipment and techniques, Ability to analyse and interpret data and explain complex information to others, Ability to assess non-routine problems by suggesting solutions, Actively demonstrate commitment to professional development, advance knowledge, understanding & competencies, Dependable, reliable and self-motivated, Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with staff and students, Able to maintain a positive, open attitude toward others, to value and support colleagues. The ability to respond and integrate change and to demonstrate personal resilience

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