Facilities and Equipment Technician

3 weeks ago

Kidlington Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Qdot Technology Full time

About Qdot Technology

Qdot Technology is a pioneering venture emerging from the University of Oxford, dedicated to addressing the challenges of climate change through the development of zero-emission, sustainable UAVs for various logistics applications, including wildfire detection, disaster relief, and emergency transportation. A crucial aspect of our mission is the advancement of hybrid battery and fuel cell powertrain technologies.

What We Offer

Salary: Competitive

Working Arrangements: Hybrid work model with flexible hours

Benefits:

  • Equity options in a rapidly growing startup
  • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing by one day for each year of service, up to a maximum of five additional days)
  • Carry forward of up to five unused leave days, to be utilized within six months
  • Enhanced sick leave policy
  • Improved maternity and paternity leave
  • 5% matched pension scheme
  • Reimbursement of professional registration fees up to £400 per year
  • Life insurance coverage at twice the annual salary
  • Access to a private virtual GP for immediate family members
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Cycle-to-work scheme
  • Discounts on shopping

Company Culture

At Qdot Technology, you will join a supportive and enthusiastic team of innovators, each contributing to the vision of clean and sustainable aviation. We promote a healthy work-life balance by offering flexible working hours and a hybrid work environment, while also fostering team cohesion through company-wide social events. All team members are kept informed about strategic developments and are encouraged to voice their opinions on the company's direction.

Job Overview

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the assembly and upkeep of experimental setups, as well as the routine maintenance of facilities at Qdot's locations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform regular maintenance on facilities, including equipment such as 3D printers, pillar drills, workshops, and compressed air systems.
  • Implement improvements to infrastructure and workspaces, such as extending compressed air lines, painting, and installing fencing.
  • Organize storage areas for tools and parts, maintaining accurate records.
  • Assist in the installation of experimental setups, constructing new facilities or modifying existing ones.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to staff regarding the design and functionality of experimental setups, advising on materials and feasibility based on expertise.
  • Select or design necessary components to meet functional, quality, and accuracy requirements, and either manufacture or source them accordingly.
  • Install instrumentation on experimental setups.
  • Identify and resolve issues with experimental facilities.
  • Instruct colleagues on the safe operation of machinery and hand tools.
  • Communicate with management regarding the need for new equipment.
  • Engage in continuous learning and skill development.
  • Adhere to health and safety regulations, quality standards, and other relevant guidelines, instructing others on safe practices and assisting in risk assessments.
  • Maintain accurate records of working hours and tasks performed, completing necessary administrative duties.
  • Conduct work that may involve high-pressure systems and elevated work conditions.
  • Work primarily at designated locations and also at outdoor testing sites.

Selection Criteria

Essential Qualifications

  • A formal qualification in a relevant field, such as HNC, BTEC, City and Guilds, or equivalent (e.g., mechanical engineering apprenticeship).
  • A minimum of three years of experience in facility maintenance and the installation of experimental equipment.
  • Strong understanding of safety regulations applicable to workshops and laboratories.
  • Proficient IT skills for tasks such as email communication, record-keeping, and supplier research.
  • Experience with high-pressure pipework installation.
  • Able to travel and work at multiple locations.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Experience in a research and development environment.
  • Welding experience.
  • Experience in installing experimental instrumentation.
  • Completed training for Swagelok pipework installation.
  • Training for working at heights.
  • Training for working with pressurized gas systems.

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