Job Title: Engineering Technician
About the Company:
FLYBOX is an insect Technology Company. We help waste managers and food processors earn more income and improve the sustainable treatment of their organic waste streams using Insect Bioconversion. Our technology is a plug and play system that sits next to where the organic waste streams are generated and we are aiming to be the market leader in simple, high quality, modular and scalable insect waste management technology.
Flybox’s mission is to help transition the world’s waste from a problem to a solution, lower the carbon footprint of the food industry and contribute to food security. We have pilots and customers in the UK, EU and East Africa.
Position Overview:
As the successful candidate your role will be to ensure that all equipment at our facility and project sites is running safely and efficiently using proactive and reactive maintenance methods. To assist in keeping such a site running with technical support and advice.
Key Responsibilities:
* Investigate plant failures and perform repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible to avoid interruptions to the process. This may involve investigating and diagnosing complex faults and performing repairs during incidents.
* Examples of equipment that you will be working on include motors, gearboxes, screw /chain conveyors & centrifuges, various pumps, and associated control gear, 3-phase motors, starters and controls, electronic control systems such as VSD, automatic valves, flow, level and pressure measurement, programmable logic controllers, variable speed drives and controls, chemical handling, and dosing equipment.
* You will be expected to provide technical advice, refer to up-to-date technical knowledge, and provide training or support for technical trainees if required.
* Setup and maintenance of process equipment.
* Optimize production line processes and improve manufacturing efficiency.
* Ensure adherence to quality standards throughout the production cycle.
* Collaborate with R&D to implement innovative solutions and best practices.
* Manage process engineering tasks related to our modular insect farming systems.
* Maintain compliance with electrical safety and health and safety regulations.
* Assist in troubleshooting and resolving operational issues.
* Assist operations when required.
* Liaise with suppliers, selecting appropriate equipment and supporting with procurement.
* Aiding and guidance on site to Project Engineers or Engineering contractors as they build Flybox products.
* Completing statutory checks as required.
Extra Responsibilities:
* Travelling to project sites (UK, EU & Africa) to repair/maintain/install equipment.
About you:
* ONC/HNC in relevant field (mechanical, electrical, manufacturing engineering) or equivalent experience/training.
* This role will best suit someone with a practical engineering background and 2 years of relevant experience in industry.
* Proficient in diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems.
* Basic understanding of engineering principles and design processes.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
* Knowledge of industry standards and regulations (preferred).
* Knowledge of procurement processes or supply chain management (preferred).
* Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Willingness to travel as needed.
Why Join Us:
* Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the field of waste-to-value, sustainable agriculture, food security and climate change mitigation.
* Collaborative and accepting work culture that values innovation, creativity and independence.
* Competitive compensation package with performance-based incentives and opportunities for career advancement.
* Chance to be part of a forward-thinking team that is reshaping the future of waste management and low carbon agriculture.
Location: Chesham, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £30,000-32,000, subject to experience
If you are a driven leader with a passion for sustainability and a proven track record of success in business development, we want to hear from you! Join us in revolutionising the way we think about waste management and agriculture while building a brighter, efficient and abundant future for generations to come. Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity!