Vacancy ID :
038045
Closing Date :
25-Sep :00
Technician – Electronic Engineering & Communications - Specified Purpose to March 2026
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.
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be a technically proficient and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in one or more of the specified fields. They must possess excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Strong communication skills are essential for explaining complex technical concepts to students and collaborating effectively with academic staff. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate a proactive approach to maintaining a high-quality, safe, and efficient technical learning environment.
Hours of Work: To be on duty for not less than 36.5 hours per week. Hours of work may be allocated between the hours of 8.00am and 10.00pm. Monday to Friday inclusive. No member of the staff will be required to work on more than one night per week as part of the 36.5 hour week. Staff who agree to work additional nights or at weekends (subject to the provisions of the Working-time Act) will be paid overtime at the rate approved from time to time.
Salary: Technician Salary Scale €38,803 - €54,884
Annual Leave: 24 days. Annual Leave will be in accordance with arrangements authorised by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science from time to time
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