Please note, this role is known internally as Engineer.

We are looking for an Engineer to join our Manufacturing Metrology Group. This group is based in Huddersfield and has a mission to provide confidence in measurement to manufacturing companies across the UK.

This is a permanent position in the group to assist in delivering our work around process monitoring and digitalisation in manufacturing processes.  This role is to support our research and development work in live industrial settings to support our customers with their manufacturing data. This is a growing area for the group, with excellent opportunities for development.

Skills and experience that you can bring to the role:

• familiarity with the design and setup of data acquisition systems in an industrial setting.
• degree or equivalent in a relevant science or engineering discipline.
• Experience of prototyping in python or C for embedded systems or similar.
• Open to working on data analysis as well as data acquisition.
• Being comfortable with hands on working in an industrial environment.
• strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of diverse teams.

We would also welcome the following:

• Familiarity with a range of commonly used manufacturing processes.
• Experience in working on quality or continuous improvement projects.
• Knowledge of machine vision systems and analysis.

We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that nationality, residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process. To work at NPL, you will need to obtain BPSS security clearance.

Please note:  Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward.  We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as practical.

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK. Find out more about what it is like working here - The measure of us - Overview

NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme. 

At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people. We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we ensure we’re creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome. More about this on our Diversity & Inclusion page.

We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to create a positive work-life balance, along with a broad range of rewards, benefits and recognition. Our values are at the heart of what we do, and they shape the way we interact, develop our people and celebrate success. To ensure everyone has an equal chance, we’re always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss, please contact us.