Overview
High Performance Materials Engineer – Permanent, Bristol – Hybrid
Salary: £38,000 – £60,000
Responsibilities
* Develop and provide materials design guidance from first principles, focusing on composite materials / reinforced plastics.
* Support adhesive bonding, mechanical fastening, and aerospace primary and secondary structure applications.
* Assist with material selection and certification activities.
* Define, plan, and execute test campaigns in support of the above.
* Create and maintain material compatibility and surface protection practices and manuals.
* Develop Material and Process Specifications to ensure materials meet required performance, quality, and compliance standards for production.
* Manage and generate documentation for the Technical Qualification of materials.
* Generate Manufacturing Engineering process instructions (assembly principles, sealant and anti-corrosion, process validation).
Qualifications
* Degree or equivalent experience in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related field with specialization in composites.
Experience
* Experience in aerospace engineering with a focus on composite materials is desirable.
* Experience in managing and generating documentation for material qualification and certification procedures.
* Experience in developing and implementing manufacturing process specifications and material specifications.
* High competence in at least one of the above technical areas, with demonstrable ability across the remaining areas desirable.
Skills
* Strong knowledge of materials science, including composite materials, material compatibility, surface protection practices, and material qualification processes.
* Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage Jira boards and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with the core team and external stakeholders.
* Attention to detail and the ability to generate precise and comprehensive documentation.
* Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
* Flexibility to adapt to changing project needs and priorities.
Diversity & Inclusion
Capgemini Engineering recognises the benefit of a diverse workforce and values applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy and maternity. Applications will be anonymised when shared with hiring managers for review against the position.
Benefits
As a permanent employee you will have access to a range of benefits alongside your salary, including an annual bonus scheme, 25 days of paid holiday (outside bank holidays), a pension scheme with employer contributions, private medical cover options, life assurance, and enhanced maternity/paternity pay. Some employees may be eligible to take part in the employee referral scheme (£2,500 per referred employee).
About Us
Capgemini Engineering combines strengths from across the Capgemini Group, including the world-leading engineering and R&D services of Altran and Capgemini's digital manufacturing expertise. It supports convergence of the physical and digital worlds and helps clients accelerate towards Intelligent Industry. Capgemini Engineering has 52,000+ engineers and scientists in over 30 countries across multiple sectors. Capgemini is a global leader in technology services and consulting, with a focus on transforming and managing business through technology. The Group employs approximately 270,000 people in nearly 50 countries.
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