ENTOCYCLE

Responsibility

• collaborate with senior engineers to comprehend project requirements, objectives, and design specifications
• participate in brainstorming sessions, offering creative insights for new prototypes and fabrication techniques
• utilise workshop tools and equipment for basic fabrication, ensuring safety and adherence to guidelines
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• colony maintenance
• hands-on assembly and construction of prototypes, following established procedures
• conduct trials and tests on prototypes, documenting processes, observations, and results
• embrace manual work to refine prototypes, implement design modifications, and enhance overall functionality
• work closely with the engineering team to contribute to the iterative design process
• communicate progress, challenges, and findings effectively to the engineering team
• uphold high standards of quality, precision, and attention to detail throughout the prototyping and fabrication stages
• collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful integration of designs and prototypes
• adhere to project timelines, budgets and deadlines, delivering results within specified timeframes
• collaborate closely with the Engineering and Entomology teams to comprehend project goals, specifications, and design requirements

Requirements

• core criteria
• minimum BSc degree in life science
• currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or HND in any Engineering field with practical experience
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• experience with data collection & data entry
• genuine interest in hands-on engineering, prototyping, fabrication, and design
• ability to work to Standard Operating Procedures
• basic understanding of engineering principles, design concepts, and workshop practices
• ability to comply to a Health & Safety policy
• familiarity with tools, equipment, and machinery used in fabrication and prototyping
• excellent written and oral communication skills
• basic understanding of Health and Safety workshop requirements
• proven ability to work independently and within a team
• effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• willingness to work at least one day over the weekend
• willingness to work as part of a collaborative team and contribute ideas for improvement
• ability to lift 15kg

Earnings for position technician

Responsibility

• project manage the development and construction of industrial scale BSF factories
• implement stage gates to take the team from feasibility through to commissioning
• financial management of budget
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• track and report key progress and performance metrics
• manage and mitigate project risk and opportunities
• lead and negotiate tender processes for major contractors
• show leadership of health and safety during construction, commissioning and start-up
• track and report key progress and performance metrics to the management team and grant funders
• prepare and participate in quarterly and other occasional presentations
• manage and request changes in project scope, schedule and costs

Requirements

• experience of managing large grants
• experience of managing industrial projects
• experience with Innovate UK, UKRI or similar
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• experience with a range of project management skills, tools and approaches
• experience of managing a wide array of stakeholders including academics, private businesses, govternment bodies, grant funders
• ability to motivate, lead, problem solve and influence
• ability to build and maintain relationships with grant stakeholders
• experience of managing a wide array of stakeholders including construction partners, govt. bodies, grant funders and investors
• ability to motivate, influence, lead and problem solve
• experience with project management tools, and approaches
• background in engineering or entomology is desired but not required

Responsibility

• to define bespoke solutions based on sound engineering principles to challenging problems referencing the company's internal scientific data and prior art
• sound knowledge of mechanical engineering science and practice. (Stress & deflection of elements and structures, scientific method, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, powertrains
• design for Manual Assembly, Value engineering)
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• ● Be responsible for delivering parts, assemblies and systems from concept and proof of principle through to developed prototypes and production
• solid understanding of manufacturing processes and willingness to get hands dirty in installation and commissioning of designs
• ● Develop 3D CAD , engineering drawings and tolerance stacks for mechanical and electrical components and assemblies
• ● To define bespoke solutions based on sound engineering principles to challenging problems referencing the company's internal scientific data and prior art
• ● Sound knowledge of mechanical engineering science and practice. (Stress & deflection of elements and structures, scientific method, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, powertrains
• ● To understand the underlying physics of complex problems and carry out appropriate calculations by hand or program to analyse and validate solutions
• ● Work closely with commercial and engineering disciplines to ensure that the product performance, reliability and cost expectations are clearly specified and met within the planned timeline of the project

Requirements

• ● Experienced with designing complex electromechanical systems
• experienced with designing complex electromechanical systems
• ● The ability to work within a project environment and to pre-defined timescales
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• the ability to work within a project environment and to pre-defined timescales
• ● Excellent 3D CAD skills
• excellent 3D CAD skills
• ● Ability to produce correct 2D part drawings
• ability to produce correct 2D part drawings
• ● Simulation where appropriate for validation
• simulation where appropriate for validation
• ● 3D prototyping
• 3D prototyping
• feel free to apply even if you do not meet every requirement in this posting
• ● 3+ years relevant experience
• 3+ years relevant experience

Responsibility

• as a leading company within the black soldier fly industry, Entocycle is constantly striving to develop and optimise the process
• at the heart of a BSF plant are HVAC controlled growth chambers
• we are seeking an applicant to assist in the design and development of energy efficient growth chambers to allow for optimised conditions during the entire breeding cycle
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• in addition, as a member of the technical team, the successful applicant will be required to complete a range of engineering duties varying from initial scoping studies, plant optimisation, detailed design and commissioning, in accordance with the design and engineering standards & procedures, schedules and budget, with a continuous concern for quality standards, targets and customer satisfaction
• commissioning of equipment on site, instructing team members and external contractors

Requirements

• experience of delivering projects from concept to handover
• leading HVAC engineering activities for Front End Engineering Design, through to detailed design and commissioning
• knowledge of food/feed factory processes and regulations
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• develop CFD model of the growth chambers in order to optimise air circulation
• carry out detailed design and commissioning of proposed HVAC systems at Client facilities
• proven track record of working in process industries in similar roles
• experience in AutoCAD essential
• development of plant FDS in collaboration with the automation engineer
• site installation and commissioning experience
• responsible for developing and maintaining equipment schedules
• experience in the following areas an advantage
• perform safety related calculations and provide input to safety reviews – Hazop, SIL, etc
• 5+ years relevant experience
• providing mentoring and guidance to more junior engineers within the team to develop the technology skills of the team
• undertaking long and short term travel to Client sites, both domestically and internationally

Responsibility

• leading process engineering activities for Front End Engineering Design, through to detailed design and commissioning
• creation, analysis and optimisation of process calculations, process flow diagrams, P&ID’s, process descriptions, equipment datasheets and specifications
• development of mass and energy balance based on raw data supplied
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• initial development of the process, including PFD, Scope of Works and Basis of Design documentation
• development of P&ID from initial scoping to “FOR CONSTRUCTION” in line with the company's drafting standards
• development of plant FDS in collaboration with the automation engineer
• to define bespoke solutions using key engineering principles and calculations to solve challenging problems referencing the company's internal scientific data and prior art
• responsible for developing and maintaining equipment schedules
• liaising with suppliers, selecting appropriate equipment, evaluating and deciding between supplier offers and leading procurement negotiations
• perform safety related calculations and provide input to safety reviews – Hazop, SIL, etc
• commissioning of equipment on site, instructing team members and supplier installation teams
• identify key process performance metrics and develop operational data sheets for process performance tracking and optimisation
• providing mentoring and guidance to more junior engineers within the team to develop the technology skills of the team

Requirements

• knowledge of food/feed factory processes and regulations
• proven track record of working in process industries in similar roles
• experience of delivering projects from concept to handover
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• experience in AutoCAD essential
• experience with steam boilers, chillers, refrigeration or compressed air
• site installation and commissioning experience
• 5+ years relevant experience preferably within food/beverage sector