Associate Technical Consultant - Engineering
The College is seeking applications for an Associate Technical Consultant in Engineering for a 1 year fixed-term contract based in our Springtown campus. The post holder will support the I4.0 team by providing a comprehensive technical support service to staff industry and students in the use of equipment and facilities in the I4.0 Centre. The post holder will support the I4.0 team to develop and maintain relationships with businesses in the areas of Engineering, Automation, Industry 4.0 technologies, and Smart Manufacturing. Working with I4.0 staff and College partners, they will support the development and delivery of specific interventions in Engineering, Automation, Industry 4.0 technologies and Smart Manufacturing. They will also support the I4.0 team to provide a high-quality service and meet its targets within budget and on time. For full list of responsibilities, essential & desirable skills, please see Job Description & Personnel Specification on employer's website by following the Apply Direct button.
Responsibilities
* To support the I4.0 team, through engagement with employers, to provide up‑skilling support including specialist training for industry within the area of specialism
* To prepare materials, deliver presentations and provide demonstrations for visitors to the I4.0 Centre in the use of equipment and facilities
* To create standard operating procedures for I4.0 equipment to support the training of users of the Centre on their use
* Carry out monthly health & safety audits of the workshop and risk assessments as appropriate and as required by Health & Safety Officer
* Assist with the ordering of materials, the receipt, safe and secure storage of such items and the maintenance of a stock control system to ensure the availability of materials for the I4.0 Centre
Skills and Qualifications
* Have at least a Level 5 qualification in the area of Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Mechatronics, Robotics, Smart Manufacturing or a design related discipline
* Have experience of industry 4.0 technologies including Robotics, Automation and Process Control, Electronics and Internet of Things (IoT) and Smart Manufacturing
* Have a current driving licence and access to a carApplicants with a disability who have been prevented from obtaining a driving licence due to their disability (as defined by the DDA 1995) are eligible to apply
Further Information
The College welcomes applications from applicants with a disability. Applicants with a disability are encouraged to visit the College website athttps://www.accessable.co.uk/which provides accessibility information on College facilities. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The College is committed to equal opportunities and to selection on merit. It therefore welcomes applications from all sections of society. In the event the successful candidate fails to take up the post or if the post is vacated within 12 months of the appointment date, or if another vacancy arises within 12 months the post may be offered to the next person on the reserve list.
Vacancy ID 1754666 Job Sector Engineering,Education and Training Area Derry or Londonderry Location Derry/Londonderry Salary £32,597 - £36,363 per annum No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 36 Published date 16/01/2026 Closing date 30/01/2026 Worktime Monday - Thursday, 8:30am - 5:00pm & Friday, 9:00am - 4:00pm
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