KTP Associate (Mechanical Systems Optimisation Engineer)

Teesside University - School of Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies

Placed On: 9th April 2026
Closes: 26th April 2026
Job Ref: A02567

Full time (40 HPW)
Fixed term for 36 months

This position forms part of the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) programme which is part funded by Innovate UK.

It is essential you understand how KTP works with Business and University partners, and the vital role you will play if you successfully secure a KTP Associate position.

Find out more by Visiting: https://www.ktp-uk.org/

The business partner, Exwold Technology Ltd are a progressive and growing contract chemical processing company based in Hartlepool. They specialise in formulation and processing for the crop protection and speciality chemicals markets.

This position is initially for a 36-month fixed term contract. Although you will be employed by Teesside University you will be working at the business partner premises day to day.

The appointed candidate will have 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and access to a dedicated £6k training budget tailored towards their personal development. They will have access to industry leading technology and supervision from a leading academic research team from Teesside University.

This KTP aims to develop an AI-enabled digital twin platform that models, monitors, and optimises Exwold Technology Ltd's chemical manufacturing processes in real time to improve efficiency. The project will embed data analytics and predictive maintenance to reduce waste and enhance productivity.

Due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post may qualify for University sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.

Please note: Depending on number of applicants the University may ask you to participate in a number of selection activities as part of the recruitment process for this vacancy.

This post is “Subject to receipt of grant funding award”.

Apply now if you would like to join us.

Closing date: 26 April 2026