Corporate Research Lab (Crl) Scientist / Engineer - Early Career Program

Hexcel Corporation; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel is seeking a Corporate Research Lab Scientist/Engineer for its Early Career Program in Duxford, UK. You will lead CRL technology projects under senior supervision and contribute to hands-on laboratory work to advance future Hexcel business needs.

You will read literature, attend conferences as needed, and document results with reports and notebooks. Relocation and international travel may be required as part of professional development within a global leader in advanced composites.

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science.
• 2:1 bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• Ability to analyse data, write concise technical reports, and communicate clearly.
• Knowledge of thermoset chemistry (epoxy, cyanate, bismaleimides, benzoxazine) is a plus.
• Willingness to relocate and travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead CRL technology projects under supervision by senior scientists.
• Carry out laboratory work and collaborate with team members to meet goals.
• Ensure safety and compliance with environmental and transport regulations.
• Review academic literature and patents to stay current in composites.
• Record results in lab notebooks and generate technical reports.

Skills

Polymer science

Composite materials

Lab analysis

Technical reporting

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Masters/PhD in Chemistry or Polymer science/engineering

Bachelor’s degree with 2:1 minimum

Job description

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including carbon fibre, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and additive manufactured parts. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&D centres around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”

Hexcel is currently seeking a Corporate Research Lab (CRL) Scientist / Engineer - Early Career Program for our Duxford, UK location.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Lead / supervise, with support of senior scientists, one or more CRL technology projects that are aligned with future Hexcel business needs
• Contribute directly to laboratory work and work with other team members as required to achieve project goals.
• Ensure research is conducted in a safe manner according to best practice and that all environmental and transportation legislation is adhered to
• Read external literature, such as academic papers and patents, to stay current with the state of the art in composites. May attend any relevant conferences or exhibitions.
• Record results through appropriate use of laboratory notebooks and computer storage and writing technical reports.

Qualifications:

• Candidate is expected to join with expertise in polymeric or composite materials arising either from education through a degree at Masters or PhD level in Chemistry, Polymer Science / Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or relevant experience in a similar role following a bachelor’s degree (minimum 2:1) in similar subjects.
• The ability to analyse test data, draw conclusion, and write concise technical reports. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated practical skills with some knowledge of thermoset chemistry (e.g. epoxy, cyanate, bismaleimides, benzoxazine) and/or composites would be an advantage.
• Strong team player and excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to command the personal respect and confidence of colleagues
• Must be willing and able to relocate, travel domestically and internationally.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country where the position is based. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fibre, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.