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Laboratory Lead Development Engineer Job in Staffordshire

Laboratory Lead Development Engineer

Stafford

Our client is an approved UK manufacturer of commercial ware washing machines for use in the hospitality and related sectors, established over 48 years. It offers a wide range of glasswasher and dishwasher products designed and developed by their dedicated team in Stafford.

Role

The company has created a new role within product development to focus deeper on the machines’ operational performance and energy use. The first task is to baseline the current machine cleaning performance and be able to set realistic targets and goals for future product developments.

The successful candidate will be passionate about the science behind products and have experience of working in a laboratory environment using a range of analytical equipment to monitor temperatures, water quality, chemical concentrations and visual cleaning performance.

An ability to review international standards will be required and to have an ability to create practical test methods and robust data collection. You will be responsible for your own projects and be able put your skills to work on some of the toughest challenges within product development.

A solid understanding of basic chemistry and scientific principals is vital and with good project management skills and a proven track record of delivering improvements within your previous roles. A small practical laboratory facility and supporting test equipment is being set up and it will need to be established and maintained as part of this role.

We are looking for a strong character who can initially work alone but integrate into the wider development team to be able to make an impact on product performance and sustainability targets.

Candidate

• A relevant degree or demonstrable experience in a similar role.
• Possibly from a chemistry, engineering or industrial process background.
• Have an ability to design experiments and challenge test methods and results.
• Highly organised with strong documentation and reporting skills.
• A proactive self-starter with a problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, teamwork, and interpersonal skills with great attention to detail.

Reference

SH-RDENG

Location

Staffordshire

Stafford

Competitive

35 to 45k depending on experience

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