Join ENG8 – Build the Future of Clean Energy

ENG8 — Job Advert: Technician / Specialist in Engineering, Mathematics & Physical Sciences
EnergyNetIQ, Lda · ENG8 International Ltd
www.ENG8.energy · PCI Creative Science Park, Ílhavo, Portugal

Open position · Ref: ENG8-2025-01 · Rolling applications

Technician / Specialist in Engineering, Mathematics & Physical Sciences

R&D Team · EnergiCell® Clean Energy Programme · From May 2026

Permanent · Full-time In-person Ílhavo, Portugal Ref: ENG8-2025-01

About ENG8

EnergyNetIQ, Lda (ENG8) is a Portuguese deep-tech company developing breakthrough clean energy solutions. Our core technology, the EnergiCell®, is an innovative energy cell that generates heat and electricity from water through controlled plasma and catalysed low-energy nuclear reactions (LENR). This role has been created following approval of our project under the CENTRO 2030 programme – Notice CENTRO2030-2025-14, “Apoio à Criação de Emprego em Microempresas”.


The Role

We are looking for motivated technicians and specialists in physics, mathematics, engineering and related sciences to join our R&D team. You will play a hands-on role in testing, assembling and advancing the EnergiCell, one of the most exciting clean energy technologies currently under development in Europe.

Main Responsibilities

  • Supporting experimental testing, assembly and optimisation of the EnergiCell system
  • Performing measurements, data collection and technical analysis
  • Assisting in subsystem integration and technical validation
  • Contributing to technical documentation and preparation for small-scale production

Candidate Profile

Essential

  • Bachelor’s degree (Level 6) or higher in Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related fields
  • Strong analytical skills with rigorous attention to detail
  • Proven problem-solving ability in technical or scientific environments
  • Ability to work effectively within a small, dynamic team
  • English: B2 or higher (written and spoken)
  • Genuine interest in clean energy and innovative technologies

Advantageous

  • Practical experience with LENR technology, experimental setups or technical measurements
  • Russian: B2 or higher (written and spoken)
  • Working knowledge of Portuguese
  • Familiarity with clean energy research or emerging energy technologies
  • Experience in laboratory environments or prototype development

What We Offer

Permanent contract
Full-time, in-person employment from May 2026.
Competitive salary
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Details provided on request.
Patented technology
Work on a breakthrough, globally relevant clean energy technology with real-world impact.
Modern facilities
State-of-the-art labs at PCI Creative Science Park, Aveiro Region.
European co-financing
Up to 90% salary co-financing available for the first 24 months via CENTRO 2030.
International team
Join a diverse, collaborative team at the forefront of clean energy science.

Ready to help shape the future of energy?

Send your CV and a short motivation letter (in English or Portuguese) to Valeria Tyutina, CEO.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis — we recommend applying early.

info@eng8.org

Please quote Ref: ENG8-2025-01 in your subject line.
For informal enquiries, contact Valeria Tyutina, CEO · info@eng8.org