JOB SUMMARY

The Engineering Technician for the Electronic Engineering & Communications Department is a crucial role focused on providing specialised technical support for our diverse range of programmes, including Electronic Engineering, Robotics and Automation, Biomedical, and Cybersecurity for Industrial Networks. This position requires a highly skilled individual who can maintain and support the complex hardware, software, and laboratory equipment essential for these programmes. The ideal candidate will ensure that both students and academic staff have the necessary technical resources to excel in their studies and research.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as the primary point of contact for technical support requests from staff across all departmental programmes.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair specialised laboratory equipment, including robotics systems, biomedical devices, industrial controllers, and electronic components.
• Install, configure, and manage software and hardware relevant to electronic design, simulation, and programming.
• Provide hands-on technical assistance to students and lecturers during practical sessions, labs, and project work.
• Assist with the procurement, inventory, and lifecycle management of all technical equipment and components.
• Ensure all equipment and lab environments comply with safety standards and best practices.
• Keep detailed records of technical issues, maintenance activities, and system configurations.
• Stay current with advancements in the fields of electronic engineering, robotics, and cybersecurity to help identify and integrate new technologies into the department’s curriculum and research.