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Job Overview
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Betsi Cadwaladr University Local Health Board
The mechanical workshop is an integral section of Radiotherapy Service, within the North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre at Glan Clwyd Hospital; its primary purpose is to design, develop and manufacture specialist bespoke patient treatment aids, individualised immobilisation devices and medical accessories to aid in the accurate location of patients undergoing radiotherapy.
This is an exciting new opportunity for an enthusiastic and driven individual to work with the Chief Mechanical Engineer, and be responsible for the design, development and support of special bespoke products.
Previous experience within a clinical environment is desirable but not essential, support and training are offered ensuring excellent career prospects.
The successful candidate will be appraised on a yearly basis, and with a view to develop their knowledge and skills where appropriate.
Main duties of the job
You will carry out design, development and manufacture of bespoke patient treatment aids and novel devices for both the Radiotherapy Service and other clinical areas across the wider Health Board.
You will create detailed technical drawings and 3D models using CAD software.
Manufacture prototypes and final products using a range of workshop equipment and techniques, for example 3D printing, manual machining, and fabrication.
Design and fabricate precision tools to aid in the manufacture of prototypes and final products using manual machining and grinding techniques.
Conduct thorough testing and evaluation of manufactured products to ensure safety and functionality.
Collaborate with clinical staff to understand their needs and provide technical support.
Ensure compliance with international standards when identifying, evaluating, and selecting solutions.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Degree in relevant subject or recognised equivalent (e.g. HNC/HND) or equivalent level of knowledge and experience.
Desirable criteria
* Recognised welding qualification
* Certificate in workshop safety
Experience
Essential criteria
* Academically trained with extensive experience on Computer Aided Drawing packages, Computer Aided Machining, and all forms of welding techniques.
* Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles.
* Experience of machining and fabrication.
* Experience of all forms of welding techniques.
Desirable criteria
* Experience of QA systems, particularly ISO 9001.
Skills
Essential criteria
* Ability to solve problems under pressure and adapt to a variety of situations
* Good interpersonal & communication skills with different staff groups.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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