Junior Test Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Paisley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in innovative respiratory drug delivery technologies is seeking a junior engineer to join their dynamic team. The role encompasses hands-on lab work in developing next-generation nebulisers, requiring a solid foundation in engineering or physics. The position promises professional growth with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a focus on collaboration and diverse perspectives in a thriving environment.

Benefits

Flexible holiday

Private health insurance

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant experience in a laboratory setting, particularly in drug delivery.
• Hands-on experience with test equipment such as pipettes and analytical balances.
• Strong understanding of experimental design and statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments related to drug delivery systems.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including NGI and laser diffraction.
• Accurately record, analyse, and interpret experimental data.

Skills

Experimental design

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

BSc/BEng in Engineering, Physics or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Next Generation Impactor (NGI)

Laser diffraction system

Job description

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Nebu~Flow is developing a new category of nebulisers for efficient respiratory drug delivery of next generation therapeutics. This role is integral to the development and characterisation of this new product for precision pulmonary delivery of high-value therapeutics.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance your skills whilst working with the latest technologies. You will be rewarded with a highly competitive salary and benefits package including flexible holiday and private health insurance.

About Nebu~Flow

Nebu~Flow is developing a new category of nebulisers to address the unmet need in respiratory drug delivery. With our ongoing innovation and product development efforts, we are seeking to expand our outstanding team of engineers and scientists to create and validate our novel solutions.

Our culture is based on the philosophy that diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences contribute to successful outcomes when working together.

Nebu~Flow has received multiple of awards including the Start-up Initiative from CPHI Pharma Award. A recent investment of >£5m (including £1m project with Innovate UK) accelerates our activities to develop and seek regulatory clearance of our product.

About You

The ideal candidate will have a BSc in engineering or physics, with lab experience (desired). Experience in both dry and wet lab environments, particularly in test design, execution, and analysis, is beneficial.

You should be able to understand technical and scientific requirements, propose effective solutions, and achieve challenging goals within tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. You'll work with a diverse team of engineers and scientists to develop a nebuliser device.

Your remit will include:

·Design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments related to drug delivery systems.

·Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including Next Generation Impactor (NGI) and laser diffraction system.

·Accurately record, analyse, and interpret experimental data.

·Working across the cross-functional teams, including engineers and researchers, to advance product development.

·Contribute to the development and testing of nebulisation technologies, with a focus on optimising drug delivery systems.

·Maintain a clean and organised laboratory environment in compliance with safety and quality standards.

·Present findings in weekly meetings and contribute to scientific publications.

Skills

Technical:

·BSc/BEng in Engineering, Physics or a related field.

·1+ years of relevant experience in a laboratory setting, particularly in drug delivery, medical devices, or similar fields. Exceptional candidates with less experience may also be considered.

·Hands-on experience with test equipment (e.g., pipettes, analytical balances, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and microcontroller setup, etc.,).

·Strong understanding of experimental design and data analysis.

·Experienced in generating calibration curve, design of experiments, statistical analysis, and reproducible data using equipment such as the Next Generation Impactor (NGI) and laser diffraction system (desirable).

Software:

·Microsoft office package including Word and Excel

·Experience of handling large datasets.

·Experience of preparation of data and presentation in a concise and representable manner

·Experience of simulation is desirable.

·Experience with programming is desirable (Python and microcontroller IDEs such as Arduino).

·Experience with statistical analysis is desirable (Excel, Minitab or similar).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. Unfortunately, we are not able to support applicant who requires visa to work in the UK.

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and Cover Letter to [emailprotected] . We look forward to welcoming a new member to our innovative team at Nebu~Flow.

This job description outlines the primary duties and essential skills for the junior engineer position at Nebu~Flow. By highlighting both required qualifications and desirable attributes, it aims to attract candidates who can contribute effectively to the company’s mission of advancing inhaled drug delivery technologies.