Applied Scientist - 12 Month Student Placement

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.

We are excited to launch our Global Early Careers Programme to Engineer Better Futures, designed to attract and develop the next generation of talent across our regions. Through a range of opportunities—including internships, placements, apprenticeships, and summer programmes—we aim to provide aspiring professionals with hands-on experience, essential skills, and the chance to contribute to impactful projects that align with our organisational vision. 

This programme reflects our commitment to fostering a diverse and dynamic workforce, investing in early-career talent, and empowering individuals to shape the future of our industry. To apply for our Placement/Intern programme you must be in education and looking a 1 year fixed term job through your sandwich year. 

Applied Scientist Early Careers

1 year fixed term industrial placement

• Location: Lisburn, Northern Ireland
• Hybrid Working (3+ days on-site)
• 12 month placement role for students currently studying a relevant degree

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.

Our Values

• We work together - We know that working collaboratively will help us reach our shared goals faster, so we always look for ways to help each other.
• We believe in people - Here at Camlin, our people are central to what we do and what we can achieve. And as we move towards becoming industry and customer ‘partners’ that’s even more important. We trust our team members to do their best and be supportive.
• We won’t accept the ‘way it’s always been done’ - Since Camlin’s inception, we’ve been curious, inquisitive and always want to improve. Thinking differently is in our DNA and we love solving tough challenges.
• We listen to learn - Whether it’s our customers, our markets, or each other, we ask questions and listen to the answers so we can learn and improve.
• We’re trying to do the right thing - We take responsibility for our actions and take decisions based on what’s right for people, profit, and planet.

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.