Department of Engineering
Hourly Pay Rate:
£12.60 hourly pay + £1.51 per hour holiday pay
Hours Per Week
14
Duration of role:
Short term role
All Locations
Manchester campus (Jobs4Students)
Closing Date:
29 Mar 2026

Job Description

The current opportunity is available for current Manchester Met students, to apply you must be based in the UK for the duration of the role.
 
Syscada has developed a novel electrolytic process for producing hydroxyl gas (HHO) by cracking water into hydrogen and oxygen in a safe, controlled manner. This feasibility project tends to validate the use of HHO as a cleaner and sustainable zero-carbon fuel for heavy-duty engine applications, thus improving efficiency and reducing emissions.
 
In this project you will work with Dr Olawole Kuti and a technical staff in developing a retrofit which will be added to an existing diesel engine to enhance the delivery of the HHO fuel. Furthermore, you will engage in the instrumentation of the existing engine,  test the HHO fuel in the retrofitted engine and acquire combustion and emission data. 
 
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a novel project promoting the HHO as a zero carbon fuel that has prospects of decarbonising the energy systems used in the transportation sector. The decarbonisation of the transportation sector is expected to contribute to the UK ambition in achieving net zero beyond 2030.  In this project, you will develop yourself in becoming an expert in clean and sustainable energy systems.
 
Start Date: 20/04/2026
Hours of Work: 14Hours per week
Details of briefing/training: If employed, you will be briefed by Dr Olawole Kuti about the nature of work and relevant duties. 
 

Person Specification

This role is only open to current Manchester Met Students who meet the following requirements:
 

Essential Criteria:

  • Current student at Manchester Metropolitan University (Undergraduate Level 6 or Postgraduate MSc)
  • Demonstrable interest in internal combustion engines and/or automotive engineering
  • Basic understanding of engine systems, combustion processes, or related mechanical principles
  • Ability to follow technical instructions and work safely in a lab or workshop environment
  • Good attention to detail, particularly when collecting and recording data
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

Desirable Criteria:

  • Previous experience working with engines, mechanical systems, or laboratory equipment
  • Interest in sustainable energy, alternative fuels, or decarbonisation technologies
  • Familiarity with data collection, testing procedures, or instrumentation
  • Proactive attitude and willingness to learn in a research environment

How to Apply

Please apply via the Apply button, completing the form on the next page.
  
The deadline for applications is 11:59pm on  Thursday 2 April 2026
 
Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. 
  
We are committed to providing accessible and inclusive recruitment. If you require or would benefit from support or reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in work, please contact us by e-mailing [email protected]. This information will only be used and shared with those who require it to implement any change(s) and only at the point this is required.
 
If you have any queries, or need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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