Are you passionate about cutting-edge technology and driven to lead the development of groundbreaking solutions in infection control? Do you aspire to spearhead impactful advancements in air bio-decontamination? Delox is seeking a dynamic
Lead Engineer
with a visionary mindset and a hands-on approach to drive the development of a next-generation bio-decontamination product integrated into HVAC systems.
About Delox
Delox is a spin-off born in **** from the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon and in **** created its US branch Delox USA. Delox technology consists of a solid formulation of hydrogen peroxide that enables the design of a new generation of bio-decontamination devices for various industries. Delox's mission is to successfully solve the problem of microbial contamination and is currently focused on infection control and eradicating the need for social distancing. We are designing a new generation of bio-decontamination devices to be integrated into HVAC systems – and we need your help for that!
What do we need?
Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or similar
Relevant experience in product development and prototyping
Strong expertise in
3D CAD software
(SolidWorks)
Daily experience with
rapid prototyping and 3D printing
Solid understanding of
HVAC systems and AHU design
Experience with manufacturing processes: machining, sheet metal, plastic injection
Proficiency in
FEA and CFD simulations
(SolidWorks Simulation, Flow Simulation)
Knowledge of
IoT programming
and
Siemens PLCs (TIA Portal, ladder/FB)
is desirable
Strong problem-solving, autonomous and proactive attitude
Excellent communication and technical writing skills in
Portuguese and English
Ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams and manage suppliers/partners
Organizational skills, multitasking, and ability to work in group or independently in R&D
What will you do?
Lead the development of a bio-decontamination system to be installed in HVAC units
Perform 3D mechanical design and technical detailing in SolidWorks
Apply
DFM/DFA principles
, FEA and CFD for performance and manufacturability optimization
Conduct rapid prototyping and experimental validation of designs
Interface with multidisciplinary teams (engineering, biotech, production)
Identify, develop, and manage industrial suppliers and partners
Optimize module design and assess system performance
Validate simulation results through experimental testing and data comparison
Support industrialization: documentation, BOMs, and continuous improvement
Ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to technical standards
Write technical reports, white papers, and collaborate on innovative product solutions
What do we offer?
Permanent contract with competitive salary
Meal card
Work on a
high-impact, innovative startup project
Hands-on experience in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced R&D environment
Friendly and very collaborative company culture
Entrepreneurial exposure within the Portuguese startup ecosystem and international branches
Workplace located in Lisbon, Portugal