Manufacturing & Test Engineer

Nuclera; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative biotech company is seeking a Manufacturing and Test Engineer to enhance the production of their groundbreaking eProtein Discovery platform. This key role focuses on improving efficiency, quality assurance, and testing strategies to deliver exceptional products to life science researchers. With a commitment to continuous improvement, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive initiatives that ensure seamless product development. If you're passionate about making a difference in human health and thrive in a hands-on environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company bonus scheme of 5%

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

25 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays

Enhanced pension contributions

Investment in professional development

Fresh fruit, tea, coffee, and snacks

Organised team events

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in instrument manufacture/test.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS).

Responsibilities

• Identify and remove bottlenecks in the production process.
• Run Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for instruments.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Quality Management System (QMS)

Test Automation (Python)

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP Systems

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Nuclera is a venture-backed, founder-driven biotech company headquartered in Cambridge, UK with significant operations in Boston, USA. The company’s mission is to improve human health by making proteins accessible. We are beginning this mission through the launch of our eProtein Discovery platform. eProtein Discovery is a breakthrough protein expression, characterization, and purification technology, consisting of a lab-based benchtop instrument, cloud-based software and proprietary cartridges and consumables. The goal is to enable rapid protein access to life science researchers around the world.

As a Manufacturing and Test Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and developing the manufacture of our eProtein Discovery instrument. You will focus on process improvements, testing strategies, and quality assurance to ensure we deliver world-class products. This is a hands-on role that requires technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

About The Role

• Identify and remove bottlenecks in the production process to improve efficiency and scalability while reducing variability.
• Run Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for instruments and refine testing strategies as part of continuous improvement initiatives. Design and build test fixtures to support instrument testing and validation.
• Foster a culture of quality by taking ownership of instrument QA processes. React quickly to non-conformances by driving Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) to ensure timely resolution.
• Write and review process documentation to standardize procedures and reduce product variation. Support ongoing training activities to ensure team members are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills.
• Work closely with Software, Field Application Specialists (FAS), and other teams to ensure seamless product development and delivery. Collaborate with Product Development to support the transition of new products from development to manufacturing.
  
  

Requirements

Essential:

• 5+ years of experience in instrument manufacture/test
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Experience of working within a Quality Management System (QMS)
  
  

Desirable

• Batchelors degree or equivalent experience
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification (or above)
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for design and prototyping
• Experience with programming languages (e.g. Python) for test automation or data analysis
• Familiarity with ERP systems for production planning and inventory management
  
  

Benefits

What we offer:

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a range of benefits including:

• Company bonus scheme of 5%
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance and cash plan
• 25 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Enhanced employer's pension contributions
• Enhanced maternity and paternity Leave
• Investment in professional development and learning
• Access to amenities on Vision Park and in Histon
• Fresh fruit, tea, coffee, and snacks in the office
• Organised team events

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

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