Apprentice - Bioengineering

Embrace and role‑model behaviours that reflect the Company’s values, fostering an ethical and positive organisational culture Maintain consistent and fully documented compliance with all relevant Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Data Integrity (DI), quality, and best‑practice requirements Support the modification and extension of existing facilities, including laboratory rearrangement planning, equipment relocation, installation, and commissioning (Site Acceptance Test) Assist with the qualification and requalification of new and existing equipment to meet GMP standards and maintain compliance Contribute to feasibility studies for laboratory modifications and new equipment introduction, ensuring safe, smooth implementation and appropriate scoping of project work Support facility operations through calculations and updates to Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and layout drawings Work collaboratively with the technical team in CPI biologics laboratories to develop and implement process solutions. To actively engage in hazard studies / SRA studies and discussions, as appropriate to role level Assist in bioprocess development and manufacturing activities, which may include biochemicalengineering design, calculations, scale‑up/down studies, simulation and process optimisation. Assist with the Change and modification meeting. Work alongside bioengineering and QA teams to facilitate quality events and follow‑up actions Engage with internal and external customers to understand their requirements and apply creative thinking and problem‑solving to challenge assumptions, propose innovations, and enhance existing approaches. Build experience across engineering, technical, and operational teams to promote flexible, efficient planning and ongoing skills development Prepare and deliver presentations and written reports tailored to a range of audiences to showcase CPI’s capabilities. Assist with equipment maintenance and calibration to ensure safe, efficient operation, GMP compliance and availability to meet organisational needs Promote and uphold workplace‑relevant quality standards, ensuring compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements including procurement, record‑keeping, traceability, and confidentiality Support data integrity activities during equipment qualification to ensure GMP compliance Share professional knowledge with colleagues and take responsibility for continuous personal development

Training Outcome:

Bioengineering Technician / Junior Bioengineer

Focus:

Supporting development, testing, and maintenance of bioengineered systems Working with medical devices, bioreactors, lab equipment, or biomaterials Data collection, validation, and documentation Following regulatory and quality standards (e.g. ISO, GLP, GMP)

Bioengineer / Biomedical Engineer

Focus:

Designing and improving bioengineering systems or products Running experiments, simulations, or validation studies Collaborating with scientists, clinicians, and manufacturing teams Applying engineering principles to biological problems

Senior Bioengineer / Specialist Engineer

Focus:

Leading complex projects or work packages Acting as a technical expert in a specialist area Mentoring apprentices and junior engineers Supporting regulatory submissions and audits Driving innovation and improvement

Employer Description:

At CPI we work with our partners to translate inventions into products and processes that enhance health and well-being, protect and improve our environment and increase productivity across industries. With a deep understanding of innovation processes and funding, outstanding technical expertise and industry relevant assets, we enable products and processes to be quickly and cost-effectively brought to market.



Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm and Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative


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  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: TEESSIDE UNIVERSITY
  • Posted: 29-Apr-2026
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk