Manufacturing and Materials Engineer role at Frazer‑Nash Consultancy
Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 per annum, Location: All UK Offices, Working pattern: Flexible hybrid.
Closing date: 17th January (unless closed earlier).
About the role
We’re building a manufacturing capability in next‑generation nuclear and adjacent high‑integrity sectors. This is an early‑career role for a junior mechanical/materials engineer who wants to learn fast, solve real problems and help advance the industry.
Why this role is different
You’ll have a defined development pathway to upskill into a manufacturing specialist via on‑the‑job learning, mentoring and formal qualifications.
What you’ll work on
* Welding & weld integrity (steels, Ni‑based alloys) – weldability, HAZ behaviour, defect mechanisms and demonstration of integrity.
* Primary metal processes – castings/forgings for heavy plant, how process route and heat treatment drive microstructure and properties.
* Materials evidence & testing – tensile, impact, toughness, exposure to NDT/inspection.
* Codes, standards & compliance – RCC‑M and ASME/ASTM frameworks for specifications, qualification evidence and technical decisions.
* Engineering documentation – specs, test plans, technical notes, compliance support.
Day‑to‑day activities
* Support technical investigations into performance issues (root‑cause, evidence‑led).
* Help define and review manufacturing specifications and supplier requirements.
* Assist with test programme planning and interpretation of results.
* Contribute to technical reporting that stands up to scrutiny in regulated industry.
* Work with mentors to build capability in metallurgy, manufacturing processes and integrity demonstration.
What we’re looking for
* Degree, apprenticeship or equivalent in materials, metallurgy, mechanical, manufacturing or welding engineering.
* Foundation in welding of steels/nickel alloys, casting/forging processes, metallurgy/microstructures, mechanical properties/testing; awareness of codes/standards (RCC‑M, ASME, ASTM).
* Strong communication – able to explain reasoning and write clearly.
* Mindset for regulated engineering – careful, evidence‑based, willing to ask good questions.
Desirable requirements
* Exposure to nuclear, defence, pressure systems or other high‑integrity manufacturing.
* Experience in workshop, foundry/forge, fabrication, NDT, test lab or supplier quality.
* Consultancy or client‑facing experience (placement/internship counts).
Development pathway
* On‑the‑job coaching and planned stretch assignments.
* Formal training – manufacturing, metallurgy, integrity, codes/standards.
* Support toward professional registration and role‑relevant qualifications.
* Clear progression route as capability and ownership grow.
Security vetting
Candidates must undergo pre‑employment screening and satisfy clearance criteria for UK National Security Vetting.
Benefits
* Competitive salary with yearly reviews.
* 25 days holiday plus option to buy 5 days.
* Welcoming work culture.
* Flexible working.
* Enhanced parental benefits.
* Company pension scheme.
* Targeted professional development.
* Life assurance.
* Private healthcare membership.
* Bonus scheme linked to company performance.
* Paid membership fees to a professional institution.
* Support in attaining professional membership.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Section‑124 rail ticket loan.
* Additional optional benefits you can tailor to your requirements.
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