Lead Materials Engineer - J36048998

Caresoft Global Limited; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking a Lead Materials Engineer to oversee material and colour developments. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure production-feasible specifications and effective tracking of performance. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and strong communication skills, with a focus on automotive design.

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge in materials and technologies.
• Ability to create and monitor timing plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic view of material and colour developments.
• Collaborate with Materiality Designers and Suppliers.
• Track outputs and performance.

Skills

Product and automotive design understanding

Aesthetic judgment

Colour vision

Performance measurement

Good communication skills

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Lead Materials Engineer

Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire (The position will require a UK driving licence for independent travel to suppliers and manufacturing sites. Overseas travel may also be required at short notice.)

Rate: £33.88/h via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £25.26/ph PAYE

Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until March 2026)

Hours: Standard 40 hours per week

Reference: 36048998

Job Description

The primary purpose of the role is to provide a holistic view of material and colour developments, in line with Programme gateways. The team evolves A-surface materials and technologies to a point of concept and application readiness. As the material concept matures, the focus will shift to manufacturing methods and technologies within the supply chain and assembly facilities.

The objective is to provide production-feasible and process-capable specifications, including physical and digital assets. Tracking outputs and performance is a key part of the role. This is achieved through collaboration with Materiality Designers, Suppliers, and engineering departments.

Skills & Experience

• A good understanding of product and automotive design, combined with good aesthetic judgment, colour vision, and perception.
• Ability to create and monitor timing plans and measure performance.
• Experience and knowledge in the field of materials and technologies.
• Good communication skills.
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Additional Information

This role is INSIDE IR35.

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Caresoft Global Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency. We are an independent, highly experienced recruitment consultancy dedicated to the automotive, aerospace, agricultural, and construction industries.

No terminology within this advert is intended to unlawfully discriminate on the grounds of age, sex, race, or disability. We welcome all applications.