Graduate Research Engineer

Research-focused engineering/science role developing and testing gas-sensing technologies through prototype development, experimental design, algorithm development, data analysis, and research-to-product activities at Analox.

About Analox 

Analox is a well established global leader in the research, development and manufacturing of complex gas sensing products and systems. Our equipment is used across a diverse range of markets and applications such as submarines, space, beverage and deep sea diving. We have 117 people.  Analox operates from a purpose built 15,000 sq ft factory and offices in Stokesley Business Park, North Yorkshire, and from a remotely based sales and sales support team as well as a distribution centre in Houston, Texas

Analox is known for its positive and supportive work environment that values teamwork, innovation, and collaboration. We are a world leading provider of gas monitoring solutions, providing employees with an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in ever-changing environments and make an impact in growing industries. 

Analox is proud to have achieved Net Zero in our manufacturing operations, with all the energy required to make our products sourced from renewable means: our on-site solar panels generate more power than we consume (with surplus exported back to the National Grid), and any shortfall is covered by imported electricity from the National Grid, purchased exclusively from certified renewable sources at a premium to guarantee sustainability.

We truly believe that our people are what makes Analox great. We invest heavily in employee training and development and provide opportunities for career advancement, helping team members to excel and thrive in their chosen path.

Analox has a diverse and talented team of employees who work together to drive success, providing a dynamic and collaborative work environment, if you would like to be a part of this please look at our current vacancies below.

Overall Purpose of the Role

To identify research activities that are pertinent to Analox’s business and deliver research outcomes that are proven to the extent that they can be developed into products or discounted as opportunities. 

Main Responsibilities

• By Following the Analox research process, manage the successful completion of the research programme ands associated research projects, which may include:

  • Building and evaluating prototypes.

  • Designing experiments to simulate real world operating conditions.

  • Assessing the performance of parts or systems.

  • Algorithm development.

  • Data analysis.

• Demonstrate research outcomes both internally to the engineering and products teams and externally in customer facing reports or conference presentations / papers.

• Deliver organised data and records of all research activities.

• Support the engineering team in realising products based on research outcomes.

• Work within engineering teams as required as a sensor technology / performance specialist as a part of the company new product introduction (NPI) process.

• Work with all company departments to ensure the research programme aligns with the company’s needs:

  • Identify where research effort is best spent.

  • Use judgement based on technology readiness / size of market / cost of development to select the best areas to spend resource on.

  • Agree proposed research programme with the research manager and products team.

• Identify good industry / research partners to work with.

• Implement improvement in the research process through measurable performance indicators

The job description is not intended to be exhaustive, and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after consultation with the post holder.

All staff are expected to actively participate in annual reviews and set objectives/goals in conjunction with their manager. Performance will be monitored against set objectives/goals.

Health and Safety

Proactively promote a culture of safety by taking ownership and encouraging others to do the same. Lead by example by consistently adhering to and championing safety practices and policies. Support 5S initiatives and maintain high housekeeping standards. Participate in safety audits, incident investigations, and root cause analyses as needed to ensure a safe and organized work environment.

Equality and Diversity

Analox are committed to an Equal Opportunities Policy which affirms that all staff should be afforded equality of treatment and opportunity in employment irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.  All staff are required to observe this policy in their behaviour to their behaviour to other employees and service users.

Analox Values

At Analox, our values, Teamwork, Commitment to Excellence, Customer Focus, Pride, Integrity, and Boldness, are at the heart of everything we do, guiding how we work together, innovate, and serve our customers.

Education/Qualifications:

Essential

• Degree in science/engineering field

Desirable

• Physics or applied science degree

• 2:1 or higher

• Masters or post-grad

Skills/Experience:

Essential 

• Analogue electronics

• Software for data analysis (e.g. python pandas numpy or Matlab)

• Experimental design

• Capable of security clearance for miltary projects

Desirable 

• IR gas eletrochemistry

• Mass Spectrometry

• 3D mechanical design

Personal Attributes:

Essential 

• Conceptual thinker

• Highly techical

• Problem solving

If you have a disability and have any special requirements that impact on your ability to meet any of the essential criteria please contact a member of the HR team.

Please note - we do not offer sponsorship or working visas.

Company Benefits:

• 32 day’s annual leave (increasing to 37 with service) including 8 public holidays - plus a holiday purchasing scheme

• Birthday holiday

• Christmas Eve holiday

• Health Care Cash Plan

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and GP24 Service

• 7% employer pension contribution

• Group Life Insurance

• Profit share scheme

• Enhanced sick leave (after probationary period)

• Enhanced Maternity pay

• Enhanced paternity leave

• Early finish on Fridays

• CPD support and annual subscription to appropriate body covered

• Talent Hunter Referral Bounty £1K

• Free parking