Tribologist

Muc-Off was founded in 1994 and are now the leading supplier of specialist cycling cleaning and maintenance products in the UK. Following 5 years of explosive growth the company is expanding fast into the European, Asian, and North American markets focusing on its core categories of cycling, motorcycle, and Athlete performance products.
This is an exciting time to be part of this rapidly growing, truly innovative British business as we embark on new territories and sectors, whilst growing our brand presence across core bicycle and motorbike markets.

The core purpose of the role is to be the resident expert in tribology, capable of defining and delivering every ounce of value from the field in pursuit of the performance mission of the business.

The ability to create strong analysis and convert that into clear and persuasive that help drive the performance agenda are key.

The tribologist will be able to design and run tests, manage complex data streams and construct timely and clear reports.


Condense large amounts of data from multiple performance and wear tests into concise reports.
Adapt ASTM testing standards where possible.
Design and refurbishment management of test tokens used in tribology testing across a range of substrates.


Experience of tribological testing of lubricants including, fluids, greases and waxes
The design and refurbishment management of test tokens used in tribology testing
Experience of suitable data management techniques and sampling/down sampling requirements
Experience with statistical analysis a benefit, coupled with very strong written and excel skills required
Experience of wear measurement and material surface analysis using white light interferometry (WLI)
Lubricant formulation experience to advise formulators on observed wear and performance from testing. Relevant PhD or research-based qualification
Experience of tribological testing of coatings and surface treatments
Experience of the Bruker TriboLab a distinct advantage in test script writing and the design of bespoke fixtures and fittings for component testing
Origin graphing software experience a benefit


33 days holiday, inclusive of UK bank holidays increase with length of service
~ Hybrid Working
~ Early finish on a Friday
~ Employee Assistance Programme
~ Eye Care Voucher Scheme
~ Cycle to Work Scheme
~ Fresh fruit and biscuits each day
~ Chill out areas, showers and a secure area to store your bike
~ Pension contributions
~ An awesome opportunity to work with a local and widely recognised Brand
~ A cool, casual, energetic, and fully branded-up working environment where staff indulge their passions for cycling and fitness
~ Excellent staff discount on Muc-Off products
~ Brilliant social events