Applied Scientist Placement

Camlin Group

Lisburn

10 months ago

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Company Description:

Camlin is a global technology leader that operates with the vision of bringing revolutionary products to life for a wide range of industries, including power and rail, and also has interests in a number of R&D projects in a variety of scientific sectors.

At Camlin we believe in high quality engineering and design, allowing us to develop market leading products and services. In short, we love creating value for our customers by solving difficult problems. As of today, the Camlin operation spans over 20 countries across the globe.

What to expect day to day:

As a Student Placement within the Applied Sciences team at Camlin, you will have a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of research, development, and technical support. You will work closely with experienced Scientists and Engineers, contributing to real-world projects that enhance the capabilities of Camlin's product range. These include Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) for high-voltage asset monitoring, and gas sensors for Biogas/Biomethane applications.

This role is designed to broaden your technical skill set, offering exposure to laboratory work, data analysis, experimental design, and process improvement initiatives. You will be involved in various aspects of product development, from concept testing and prototyping to automation and data-driven decision-making. Your work will directly contribute to the continuous improvement of our technologies, supporting both research and operational teams.

Example Projects & Responsibilities:

During your placement, depending on your skills and previous experience, you may take on projects such as:

· Supporting research efforts for new technologies in our next generation of products.

· Designing and building a system to accelerate experimentation and product development.

· Extracting key performance statistics, automating data visualization, and displaying insights from our gas sensor production facility on a digital dashboard.

· Building a database, automating workflows, and improving data utilization from our DGA lab.

Beyond these projects, you will have the opportunity to engage in hands-on lab testing, data-driven investigations, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring a well-rounded experience.

What we are looking for:

We're seeking a curious, proactive, and motivated student with a passion for Applied Science and Technology. You should be eager to learn, comfortable working with data, and enthusiastic about contributing to innovative solutions.

This placement will give you a strong foundation in Applied Research and Development, setting you up for a future career in Science, Engineering, or Technology.

Essential Criteria:

· Currently studying towards a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or a related discipline Interest in applied science and technology.

· Strong problem-solving abilities and a logical approach to troubleshooting technical challenges.

· Analytical mindset with an eagerness to learn data analysis and root cause analysis (RCA) methodologies.

· Enthusiasm for hands-on experimentation, with a willingness to perform tests and investigations under guidance.

· Ability to work collaboratively.

· A continuous improvement mindset, with a keen interest in streamlining workflows and automating processes.

· Attention to detail and an organised approach to lab work and data management.

· Effective communication skills to discuss findings and ideas with internal teams.

· Proactive approach to learning new skills and identifying trends in technical data.

· Flexibility and adaptability to take on a variety of tasks across different projects.

Nice to have but not essential:

· Previous lab experience, university projects, or internships related to Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry.

· Basic knowledge of gas sensing, spectroscopy, or sensor technologies.

· Familiarity with Python (or similar programming languages) for data automation and analysis.

· Experience working on technical projects that involve experimentation, prototyping, or testing.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Individuals seeking employment at Camlin are considered without regards to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

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