Senior Materials Engineer

2 weeks ago

Gillingham, United Kingdom ALTEN Full time
Job Description

What will you be doing? 

As a Senior Materials Engineer, you will join Gillingham team to support our activities within the automotive sector. 

Your main responsibilities will be: 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define, prioritize, and execute test activities, analysis, and measurements to meet project objectives in terms of cost, quality, and timing.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and technical documentation with clear analysis and summaries for internal and customer decision-making.
  • Conduct calibration and basic fault diagnosis on laboratory equipment, liaising with suppliers/manufacturers as needed.
  • Develop strong technical relationships with product and manufacturing engineering teams, customers, and key suppliers, escalating risks and issues to management in a timely manner.
  • Write work instructions, materials specifications, and test methods using company standard forms or developed processes.
  • Ensure safe working practices in the laboratory environment, adhering to all relevant procedures and regulations.
  • Support and follow local and corporate procedures, including compliance with relevant standards such as IAFT.
  • Coach and train engineers and junior staff members to enhance technical capabilities and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Who are we looking for? 

You are... 

  • Passionate about engineering 
  • result-oriented 
  • proactive

Qualifications

Experience, skills and qualifications required: 

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Materials Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • Expertise in thin coatings and tribology, with a strong understanding of associated principles and methodologies.
  • Proven experience in conducting test activities, analysis, and measurements to support product development and engineering functions.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and concise technical reports and documentation.


Additional Information

Why join us? 

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently. 

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities. 

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies. 

We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential. 

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today 

In short you get: 

  • A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
  • A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
  • A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
  • A competitive salary
  • Private Medical & Travel Insurance
  • Pension Scheme
  • Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
  • Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
  • Flexible way of working (role dependent)

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