Materials Engineer

Job Description:

Materials Engineer

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