Manufacturing & Test Engineer

As a Manufacturing & Test Engineer at Nuclera, your main responsibilities include identifying and removing bottlenecks in production processes, conducting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and fostering a culture of quality through robust QA processes. You’ll also be involved in writing process documentation, training team members, and collaborating with various teams to ensure the seamless transition of products from development to manufacturing.

For the Manufacturing & Test Engineer role at Nuclera, candidates are expected to have at least 5 years of experience in instrument manufacture or testing. While a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is desirable, strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential. Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS), Six Sigma certification, and proficiency in design tools like SolidWorks will also be beneficial.

At Nuclera, the work culture for a Manufacturing & Test Engineer is collaborative and quality-focused. You’ll be a key player in cross-functional teams and encouraged to share insights and improvements. With a commitment to professional development, Nuclera provides opportunities to learn and grow within an innovative biotech environment that values each member's contributions.

Nuclera is dedicated to the professional growth of its Manufacturing & Test Engineers by offering services such as investment in professional development, access to training activities, and a supportive environment where continuous improvement is encouraged. Employees can enhance their knowledge and skills to stay at the forefront of the biotech industry.

As a Manufacturing & Test Engineer at Nuclera, you can expect a range of benefits, including a company bonus scheme, private medical insurance, life insurance, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, and 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays. Additionally, you'll enjoy a stimulating work environment supported by team events, fresh fruit, and amenities in the office.

In your response, detail specific projects where you led instrument manufacturing or testing efforts. Highlight any particular challenges you faced and how you addressed them, showcasing your problem-solving abilities and any relevant techniques or systems you used.

Discuss your approach to QA, including implementing rigorous testing protocols and your experience with QMS. Share examples of how you've handled non-conformance issues and the corrective actions you have taken to safeguard product quality.

Explain your analytical methods for identifying production issues, such as process mapping or data analysis. Share a situation where you successfully removed a bottleneck and improved efficiency, and what steps you took to implement those changes.

Emphasize your communication skills by recounting a project where cooperation with software, development, or other teams was necessary. Highlight what you learned from those interactions and how it benefitted the final outcome.

Provide specific examples of testing methods you’ve enhanced. Explain the rationale behind your refinements, how they improved efficiency or outcomes, and any feedback you received from stakeholders after implementing those changes.

Detail your approach to creating clear and concise process documentation. Mention the importance of involving team members for insight, incorporating feedback, and ensuring that the documents reduce variability and facilitate effective training.

Discuss your experience with tools like SolidWorks and how you’ve utilized them for design and prototyping in previous roles. Highlight any notable projects where your designs led to successful outcomes in terms of efficiency or product performance.

Share your experience with programming languages such as Python, explaining how you’ve used them for automating tests or data analysis. Provide examples of projects where automation led to significant time savings or more reliable results.

Show your knowledge of Nuclera’s eProtein Discovery platform, its significance in the biotech field, and how it represents innovation in protein access. Convey your enthusiasm for being part of a team that is developing such a groundbreaking technology.

Articulate your passion for biotechnology and making a difference in health research. Discuss how Nuclera’s mission aligns with your values and how you see your skills contributing to the company's goals for innovation and quality.