Materials Engineer
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Location: Castle Donington - Hybrid
Contract Type: Outside IR35 Contract
An innovative engineering organisation is seeking a Materials Engineer to support the development of advanced turbomachinery products. This is a contract role offering the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a dynamic, hybrid working environment.
Key Responsibilities
Select, characterise, test, and qualify materials to meet mechanical, thermal, and lifing requirements.
Support product design with materials expertise and contribute to design studies.
Collaborate with suppliers to optimise manufacturing techniques (e.g. heat treatment, coatings).
Validate manufacturing methods and resolve material-related anomalies.
Prepare technical reports and specifications for materials testing and inspection.
Contribute to materials development for next-generation components.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Degree in Materials Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
Minimum 5 years' experience in materials engineering within a relevant industry.
Strong technical knowledge, ideally with turbomachinery experience.
Proven problem-solving skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
Flexible, proactive, and comfortable working outside the traditional scope of a materials engineer.
Personal Attributes
Credible, trustworthy, and open to constructive challenge.
Self-starter with strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Resilient, assertive, and data-driven.
A true team player.
Working Style
This is a hybrid role involving:
Time in the office with the wider team.
Travel to suppliers.
Remote work for focused tasks
This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan
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