Lead Materials Engineer

Arabellesolutions; Rugby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of nuclear technology in Rugby seeks an experienced Materials Engineer to support nuclear business projects. The role involves material selection, ensuring compliance with standards, and working collaboratively with teams. Successful candidates should hold a BEng or MEng in Materials Engineering and have a background in metallurgy, particularly high alloy steels. Applicants must be UK Nationals or capable of obtaining SC Level clearance.

Benefits

Investment in employee development

Supportive work culture

Diversity in the workplace

Qualifications

• Experience in metallurgy role, specifically related to high alloy steels.
• Good knowledge in processing of metals (casting, metal working, fabrication).

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance and development of specifications for material processing.
• Review and respond to supplier derogation requests.
• Deliver technical assessments of non-conformance reports.

Skills

Metallurgy

Problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Education

BEng or MEng in Materials Engineering

Tools

Non-destructive testing

Job description

At Arabelle Solutions, we’re proud to design services and solutions that are generating power not just for today and tomorrow but for generations to come.
You’ll work alongside passionate bright minds. We offer a broad range of opportunities for those eager to build tomorrow’s world.
We believe a supportive culture is key to reach common goals. Diversity and an inclusive mindset makes us and our business stronger.

We are delighted to announce that we are seeking an experienced Materials Engineer to join our growing team at Rugby. Within this role you will support nuclear business projects with specialist materials knowledge across the whole range of products and services. You will offer specialist support for material selection and processing, appropriate to the design and function of the equipment, ensuring that conformity to design intent, codes, standards and quality are all met.

At Arabelle Solutions, we’re proud to design services and solutions that are generating power not just for today and tomorrow but for generations to come.
You’ll work alongside passionate bright minds. We offer a broad range of opportunities for those eager to build tomorrow’s world.
We believe a supportive culture is key to reach common goals. Diversity and an inclusive mindset makes us and our business stronger.

We are delighted to announce that we are seeking an experienced Materials Engineer to join our growing team at Rugby. Within this role you will support nuclear business projects with specialist materials knowledge across the whole range of products and services. You will offer specialist support for material selection and processing, appropriate to the design and function of the equipment, ensuring that conformity to design intent, codes, standards and quality are all met.

As a Materials Engineer you are responsible for support the maintenance and development of specifications for material and material processing within the context of any applied codes and standards, e.g. Pressure Equipment Directive. You will execute and support the review of manufacturing methods for production of castings, forgings, fabrications and finishing processes across the full scope of products for the nuclear business as well as liaise with Supplier Quality Engineers and support with supplier qualification where appropriate.

Other Responsibilities include;

• Review and respond to supplier derogation requests and non-conformance reports.
• Issue and check technical reports.
• Delivery of technical assessment of non-conformance reports and supplier derogation requests.
• Participate in cost reduction activities related to material streamlining and harmonization of legacy specifications.
• Issue and check technical reports.
• Delivery of technical assessment of non-conformance reports and supplier derogation requests.
• Work closely and collaboratively with other departments maintaining a positive interface throughout projects.

Within this role you will be working on projects with UK Defence customers which will require any individual applying for the role to hold or be capable of getting SC Level clearance. We will support the application for Security Clearance if the individual does not have it. Due to the nature of the work an individual is required to be a UK National (as approved by the MOD). Dual passport holders are acceptable if the second country is approved by the vetting authority.

Qualifications

• BEng or MEng in Materials Engineering or Materials Science and Engineering
• Demonstrable experience within a similar metallurgy role, specifically related to high alloy steels.
• Background or good knowledge in metallurgy, particularly metallurgy of steels.
• Background or good knowledge in processing of metals (e.g. casting, metal working, fabrication, surface engineering…)
• Some knowledge of non-destructive testing

Desired characteristics:

• A natural problem solver who is process oriented.
• Strong communication skills and a team player.
• Capable of working autonomously.
• Possess a development mindset – seeks to grow knowledge and ability.

Join us and work with global teams to support global customers ! At Arabelle Solutions, we have team members of more than 49 nationalities spread across 16 countries.

At Arabelle Solutions, we know diversity makes teams and business stronger.

Arabelle Solutions is a leading provider of nuclear turbine island technology and services. A third of the world's nuclear power plants rely on our technologies and services.

Our innovative solutions and highly skilled teams energize the world with reliable, low-carbon electricity - critical for a sustainable future.

With a heritage going back to the industry's early days, our expertise is built on continuous design innovation, manufacturing world-class turbine island technology and providing essential services to maintain, maximize and extend the lifetime of nuclear power plants across Europe, Asia and Africa.

Our technologies range from the world's most powerful steam turbine in operation to modular designs optimized for SMRs, as well as generators, pumps, heat-exchangers, controls systems and cyber security.

Arabelle Solutions has around 3,300 employees working across 16 countries.

Why work here?

Arabelle Solutions believes that investing in employee development is key to our success. Our culture of learning focuses on developing our people and promoting the skills for the future. Thrive in a supportive work culture that is committed to continuous learning.

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