Materials Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Warwick; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Materials Engineer for a 10-month contract role based in Gaydon. The position focuses on developing materials for bespoke automotive projects and requires expertise in material technologies, strong communication skills, and a relevant degree. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with various teams and influence product design. Applicants must be eligible to work full-time in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in material technologies and development.
• Understanding of product and automotive design.
• Ability to measure KPIs related to programme deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Support development of surface materials for bespoke projects.
• Collaborate with Materiality Designers and Suppliers.
• Create standards for supply chain and vehicle assembly.

Skills

Knowledge of material technologies

Good aesthetic judgement

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: Materials Engineer

Duration: 10 month contract

Location: Gaydon

Position Description:

• The primary purpose of the role is to support the development of A surface materials and technologies, for Bespoke and Personalisation projects.
• As the material concept(s) matures the attention will focus on the method of make and manufacturing technologies.
• Collaborating and partnering with the Materiality Designers, Suppliers and the wider Bespoke team.
• Creating visual and numerical standards to be used within the supply chain and within vehicle assembly.

Essential Skills:

• Experience and knowledge in the field of relevant material technologies and strong technical and development expertise.
• A good understanding of product and automotive design combined with good aesthetic judgement, vision and perception.
• Good communication skills and the ability to relate to and communicate at all levels.

Experience & Qualifications Required:

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience .

Desirable Experience & Qualifications:

• Understanding of timing plans and programme managing commodity developments.
• Having the capability to measure KPI's in relation to programme deliverables.

Additional Information:

• The position will require a UK driving licence to enable independent travel to suppliers and manufacture sites.
• Overseas travel may also be required at short notice.

Why work through Contech's?

Contechs are a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology & Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employee's, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

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*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.*