Digital Transformation/Innovation Engineer (KTP)

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a motivated graduate to join a dynamic team through the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Programme. This role focuses on leveraging advanced digital twin technology to enhance recycling plant performance. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience and mentorship while contributing to sustainable solutions in a rapidly growing industry. With a commitment to delivering the 'World's Toughest Recycling Plant,' this opportunity offers a unique blend of academic and industry collaboration, ideal for those eager to make a real impact.

Qualifications

• Hold or be about to obtain a university degree in Engineering/Science/IT.
• Strong analytical skills and significant experience in problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to optimizing plant design and enhancing manufacturing efficiency.
• Support Kiverco's mission to innovate and grow internationally.

Skills

Engineering

Science

IT

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Digital Technologies

Education

University Degree in Engineering/Science/IT

Tools

CAD Software (e.g., SolidWorks)

Data Analysis Platforms

AI Systems

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Location:

Bradford, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Through the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Programme, Kiverco Ltd, in collaboration with Queen's University Belfast, invites applications for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team. This role is ideal for a motivated graduate in Engineering, Science, or IT who is eager to apply their skills to real-world challenges and contribute to the company's ambitious growth plans. This innovative project focuses on leveraging advanced digital twin technology to transform the performance of bespoke recycling plants. By optimizing plant design and enhancing manufacturing efficiency, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving sustainable solutions and meeting customer demand for exceptional material purity.

The position is based at Kiverco Ltd, a leader in designing and manufacturing recycling plant solutions for processing, separating, and recovering waste streams. As part of a highly skilled team, the candidate will directly contribute to Kiverco's vision of delivering the "World's Toughest Recycling Plant" with unparalleled uptime, sustained purity, and longevity. This global business has installed over 350 recycling plants worldwide, and this role will directly support Kiverco's mission to innovate and grow internationally.

Applicants will benefit from hands-on experience, professional mentorship, and collaboration with experts from Queen's University Belfast.

About the person:

The successful candidate must have, and your application should clearly demonstrate that you meet the following criteria:

• Hold or be about to obtain (by July 2025) a university degree (minimum 2.1 classification, with a 2.2 classification acceptable if candidate holds an MEng degree or an alternative relevant postgraduate qualification) in an Engineering/Science/IT discipline such as Mechanical/Manufacturing/Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Strong analytical skills and significant experience in problem-solving, which may include academic projects, placements, or previous employment.
• Demonstrable knowledge of digital technologies and relevant experience of using digital tools such as CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks), data analysis platforms, and/or AI systems.
• Relevant experience of executing and managing engineering projects. Experience in the above areas may be evidenced through completion of a module, academic research project, student placement, practical work during employment or internships. Applicants should indicate how their experience could be applied to this post.

Please note the above are not an exhaustive list. To be successful at shortlisting, clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information on our website.

A KTP role is a strategic innovation project within a company, offering access to a development budget and support from Queen's academics. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work between academia and industry while developing project management skills. More information about the KTP Programme can be found on our website. International applicants should check visa support details on our site if they do not already hold a suitable visa.

Skills:

Engineering, Science, IT