Field Application Engineer

ZELP is an agricultural technology company committed to creating a sustainable future for agriculture - one that meets the needs of present and future generations, promoting human and environmental health, animal welfare, and social and economic equity. Our first focus is to develop and scale technology that measures and mitigates methane emissions in the livestock industry.

As Field Application Engineer within ZELP, you will play a fundamental role in directly influencing the development of ZELP's emissions measurement technology, by supporting field trials and working closely with our passionate engineering teams to help drive improvements through real-world feedback from on cow testing. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys getting hands-on with hardware, and communicates well with cross-functional teams. You'll be the key link between our lab, engineering, and field deployments.

Remote working: On-site primarily away from the office, up to 5 remote working days p/annum.

Responsibilities:

• Support field trials of our Sense (methane measurement) devices from a technical perspective (primary role).
• Seamlessly interface with animal scientists, farm staff as well as engineers.
• Primarily based at field trial locations both within and out of the UK.
• Actively contribute to successful device trials, which is crucial in our publication of academically rigorous research papers demonstrating the device's function to our customers.
• Lead the maintenance of devices to ensure optimal performance in trials and customer demonstrations.
• Identify potential failure modes from first hand field observations.
• Troubleshoot areas for improvement with the mechanical, electronic and software systems in the field e.g. fatigued connectors, loss of sensor data, part wear.
• Document trial outcomes & field insights into clear, actionable feedback to inform and direct future design iterations.
• Assist with the organisation and preparation of field trials.
• Conduct detailed pre-field lab based validation testing.
• Contribute to hands-on assembly of small batches of devices.

Required experience:

• Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Biomedical, or related Engineering discipline.
• Over 1 years of relevant work experience.
• This position is best suited for candidates with entry-level to mid-level experience, ranging up to 8 years.
• Experience conducting on-site technical hardware based validation testing.
• Strong hands-on skills: able to confidently assemble, test, and modify electromechanical devices.
• Basic experience working with electronic systems.
• Driving licence and willingness to travel to field sites (sometimes at short notice).

Candidate will preferably have exposure to:

• Ruggedised device design including; robustness testing, strain relief, connectors, waterproofing etc.
• Practical prototyping and 3D printing.
• Designing and conducting validation testing.
• Basic 2D drawings and 3D CAD Modelling.
• Low volume/prototype manufacturing and assembly processes i.e. 3D printing, laser cutting, sheet metalwork, fasteners, etc.
• Working in cross-functional teams.
• Experience working with animals e.g. animal research, vet tech, or bioengineering.

Interview Process:

• Introductory Call
• Technical interview

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Sales and Business Development

Industries: Climate Technology, Product Manufacturing