Graduate Materials Engineer (Corrosion / Infrastructure)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Employee-Owned Trust

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited is seeking a Graduate Materials Engineer (Corrosion / Infrastructure) in Nottingham. The role offers GBP28,000 - GBP32,000 plus annual bonus, employee-owned trust, full training, long-term progression and hybrid working.

You will gain hands-on experience across materials science, electrochemistry, testing and cathodic protection while working on major UK infrastructure projects such as bridges, tunnels, car parks, ports and power stations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Materials Engineering or another STEM discipline.
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn the mechanisms behind reinforced concrete deterioration and corrosion.
• Analyse laboratory and site investigation results.
• Interpret half-cell potential surveys, chloride profiles and carbonation testing.
• Assist with technical specifications and corrosion protection strategies.
• Attend UK sites to inspect reinforced concrete structures.
• Work alongside survey teams, engineers and technical partners.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Materials Engineering or another STEM discipline

Job description

Graduate Materials Engineer (Corrosion / Infrastructure)

GBP28,000 - GBP32,000 + Annual Bonus + Employee-Owned Trust + Full Training + Long Term Progression + Hybrid Working + Company Benefits

Nottingham

Are you a STEM graduate looking to build a specialist career in corrosion engineering, with full training and the opportunity to work on major UK infrastructure projects?

This growing specialist engineering consultancy develops advanced corrosion protection systems for reinforced concrete infrastructure across the UK and internationally. As an employee-owned business, you will join a close-knit technical team where you can develop niche expertise and have a genuine impact on the future of the company.

You will work alongside experienced engineers and industry experts, gaining hands‑on experience across corrosion science, electrochemistry, materials testing and cathodic protection. With every project different, you will work on structures including bridges, tunnels, car parks, ports, power stations and other critical infrastructure.

This role would suit a STEM graduate with a strong interest in materials, chemistry or engineering who is looking for specialist technical training, long-term progression and the opportunity to become a qualified Corrosion Engineer.

The Role:

• Learn the mechanisms behind reinforced concrete deterioration and corrosion
• Analyse laboratory and site investigation results
• Interpret half-cell potential surveys, chloride profiles and carbonation testing
• Assist with technical specifications and corrosion protection strategies
• Attend UK sites to inspect reinforced concrete structures
• Work alongside survey teams, engineers and technical partners

The Person:

• Degree in Materials Engineering or another STEM discipline
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence preferred

Reference Number: BBBH27121

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.