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Technician Electromechanical Laboratory – Reactor Systems

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Technician Electromechanical Laboratory – Reactor Systems

Deadline Published Vacancy ID 2308
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Job types

Technical and laboratory

Education level

Secondary vocational higher level

Weekly hours

38—40 hours per week

Salary indication

€3029—€3623 per month

Location

Drienerlolaan 5, 7522NB, Enschede

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Job description

We are seeking a skilled electromechanical technician to support our research in chemical reactor technologies. The role focuses on the design, assembly, and maintenance of complex laboratory set-ups, requiring strong expertise in electronics, instrumentation, and mechatronics.

Responsibilities:
  • Build, install, and maintain experimental reactor systems and supporting equipment.
  • Assemble and operate Swagelok connections, oven controllers, and mass flow controllers.
  • Perform electrical wiring, electronic troubleshooting, calibration, and repairs.
  • Integrate and maintain instrumentation and control systems (sensors, controllers, power supplies).
  • Support researchers with technical troubleshooting during experiments.
  • Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols (chemical and electrical).
  • Document set-ups, wiring schemes, and operating procedures

This position is directly supported by an external research contract.

Requirements

  • Technical education (MBO/HBO) in mechatronics, electrical engineering, instrumentation, or related fields.
  • Strong hands-on experience with electromechanical systems, electronics, and control equipment.
  • Practical skills in wiring, assembly, and troubleshooting of technical systems.
  • Experience with reactor or process equipment is an advantage.
  • Awareness of laboratory safety requirements.
  • Problem-solving mindset and ability to work both independently and in a team.
  • Good communication skills in English (and preferably Dutch).

Conditions of employment

We offer a dynamic and varied position in an international academic environment, with opportunities to contribute directly to innovative research in energy and catalysis.
  • We offer a fulltime position for 12 months;
  • Your salary and associated conditions are in accordance with the collective labour agreement for Dutch universities (CAO-NU);
  • Gross monthly salary between € 3.029,- and € 3.623,- fulltime (depending on experience and qualifications);
  • There are excellent benefits including a holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary, an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%, and a solid pension scheme;
  • A minimum of 232 leave hours in case of full-time employment based on a formal workweek of 38 hours. A full-time employment in practice means 40 hours a week, therefore resulting in 96 extra leave hours on an annual basis;
  • Free access to sports facilities on campus;
  • Excellent working conditions, an exciting scientific environment, and a green and lively campus.

Department

The work will be carried out in the Catalytic Processes and Materials group within the department of chemical engineering of the Faculty of Science and Technology at the University of Twente (The Netherlands). You are encouraged to visit the different chair here: Catalytic Processes and Materials group

Additional information

Are you interested in this position? Please send your application via the 'Apply now' button below before January 31st, and include your CV and motivation letter.

For more information regarding this position, you are welcome to contact Jimmy Faria Albanese (j.a.fariaalbanese@utwente.nl).

Screening can be part of the procedure.

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