An innovative engineering organisation operating within the marine and defence sectors is seeking a Composites Engineer to join its R&D team. This is a hands-on, technical role with exposure to testing, research, and collaboration with external partners. The role offers significant growth potential as the company continues to expand its in-house capabilities.
Role Overview
As a Composites Engineer, you will play a key role in advancing the company's materials science and processing capabilities, with a primary focus on polymer composites. Your work will be split approximately as follows:
* Testing (1/3): Hands-on operation, setup, and execution of materials and component tests
* Research (1/3): Supporting materials development projects and generating technical solutions to advance product performance
* Third-party liaison (1/3): Identifying and managing external test houses, suppliers, and research partners to complement in-house capabilities
You will have the opportunity to influence future product and manufacturing strategies, and develop into a subject matter expert, with a clear path for progression as the company continues to bring more activities in-house.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support composite materials testing, both in-house and in collaboration with external test facilities
* Conduct applied research on polymer composites to support new product development
* Identify and liaise with external test houses, suppliers, and research partners, ensuring successful third-party testing and research outcomes
* Operate, maintain, and optimise laboratory and test equipment
* Collaborate effectively within the team, contributing to planning, goal setting, and project delivery
* Communicate clearly with internal teams and external partners
* Undertake occasional domestic travel as required
Candidate Requirements
* Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline
* Proven experience working with polymer composites
* Experience with metallurgy and ceramics is desirable but not essential
* Previous exposure to materials testing, research projects, or working with external partners is advantageous
* Hands-on experience with laboratory or test equipment is desirable; in-house training will be provided
* Strong organisational, teamwork, and communication skills
* Motivated, self-starting, and results-oriented approach
What's on Offer
* A technically challenging, hands-on R&D role focused on composites
* Exposure to both in-house and third-party testing and research
* Opportunity to develop into a subject matter expert with a clear progression path
* Collaborative team environment within a forward-looking engineering company
* Chance to influence product and manufacturing strategies and contribute to sustainable, high-performance solutions
If you are interested, please apply!