KTP Associate (Reverse Engineering and Digital Modelling Engineer)
| Posting date: | 30 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £39,000 to £42,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 May 2026 |
| Location: | Consett, County Durham |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Teesside University |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | T02747 |
Summary
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/
This position is initially for a 24-month fixed term contract. You will be employed by Teesside University but will be working at the business partner premises day to day. The business partner, Pinnacle RE-Tec Ltd is an engineering company, based in Consett (County Durham) which specialises in the reverse engineering, precision remanufacture, and refurbishment of complex rotating equipment including centrifugal pumps, gearboxes, compressors, and turbine components.
The appointed candidate will have 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and access to a dedicated £4k 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-assisted digital reverse-engineering capability that automatically converts 3D scan data of components for pumps and gearboxes into accurate, standards-compliant engineering drawings. The project will reduce design time, improve accuracy, and enable faster, more sustainable remanufacturing of critical industrial components.
Applicants Please Note: The Company is located in a remote area with limited connection via public transport.
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”.
Interview dates - 16 June 2026 and 24 June 2026
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/
This position is initially for a 24-month fixed term contract. You will be employed by Teesside University but will be working at the business partner premises day to day. The business partner, Pinnacle RE-Tec Ltd is an engineering company, based in Consett (County Durham) which specialises in the reverse engineering, precision remanufacture, and refurbishment of complex rotating equipment including centrifugal pumps, gearboxes, compressors, and turbine components.
The appointed candidate will have 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and access to a dedicated £4k 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-assisted digital reverse-engineering capability that automatically converts 3D scan data of components for pumps and gearboxes into accurate, standards-compliant engineering drawings. The project will reduce design time, improve accuracy, and enable faster, more sustainable remanufacturing of critical industrial components.
Applicants Please Note: The Company is located in a remote area with limited connection via public transport.
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”.
Interview dates - 16 June 2026 and 24 June 2026
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