https://jobs.co.uk/job/mechanical-engineering-technician-university-of-the-west-of-scotland--2a165a93-fa61-4058-b8ec-0455a90147f1 RSS feed for Mechanical Engineering Technician at University of the West of Scotland. en-gb Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:21:07 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/mechanical-engineering-technician-university-of-the-west-of-scotland--2a165a93-fa61-4058-b8ec-0455a90147f1 https://jobs.co.uk/job/mechanical-engineering-technician-university-of-the-west-of-scotland--2a165a93-fa61-4058-b8ec-0455a90147f1 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:52:45 GMT Location: Paisley | Salary: 28031.00-28031.00 Annual | Type: Permanent | THE POST - REQ000605 - Mechanical Engineering Technician We are presently inviting applications for the post of Mechanical Engineering Technician, which will primarily provide technical support to taught programmes, research and commercial activity within the Engineering disciplines. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of technical support ensuring the effective and efficient operation of a range of workshop and laboratory equipment. To deliver in this busy role you will have a broad-based knowledge of engineering equipment including the safe operation of engineering workshop machine tools. Additional in-house training will be provided as necessary. The successful applicant may be required to support general operations in other areas of the school to cover for absence and sick leave.The successful candidate should have the following:Completed a recognized apprenticeship in relevant field. Hold an HND in Engineering or equivalent.Hold an HNC in appropriate subject obtained through apprenticeship.Have a broad range of mechanical workshop skills including manual and CNC machining work.Be flexible in approach to deal with varying workload and duties, working both inde... Permanent