Sensors and Data Technician

Salford, United Kingdom

Job Info

• Job Identification 859
• Posting Date 06/30/2026, 09:46 AM
• Apply Before 07/12/2026, 10:59 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Contract Type Permanent
• Proposed Interview Dates wc 02 Aug
• Salary From £30,378
• Salary To £33,002
• DBS required No
• Driving Required No
• Organization School of Science, Engineering and Environment, University of Salford

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking a talented Sensors and Data Technician to join our innovative team at Energy House 2.0. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the technical needs of Energy House Labs, ensuring the smooth operation and development of our infrastructure. Your expertise will be instrumental in maintaining and improving our hardware and software systems, contributing to our mission of advancing energy efficiency and sustainability research.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Solutions Architect Technician in the delivery of development of the technical infrastructure requirement for undertaking business and research assists. This may include support for the delivery of tests and data collection from the field.
• Undertake maintenance on the Energy House Labs technical infrastructure according to agreed procedures.
• Contribute to the collection of evidence during formal audits, review of activities, processes, data, products or services related to the Energy House Labs technical infrastructure.

About The School Or About The Department

Energy House Laborations is a rapidly growing research unit in the University of Salford's School of Science, Engineering and Environment. We have developed a strong reputation for high quality, industry-focused research and have a national presence in areas such as building physics, domestic energy systems and smart and connected homes. We have a number of unique facilities; Energy House 1, Energy House 2.0, the Salford Energy House and the Smart Meters Smart Homes Laboratory.

The world leading Energy House 2.0 facility is an internationally acclaimed research and innovation facility focusing on issues around the consumption of energy in homes, energy systems and smart and connected homes.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
• Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives

About Us

Job Description

Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.

All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.

We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.

And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.

At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.

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