Materials & Joining Engineer - Industrialised Construction

Laing O'Rourke; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace

Support for reasonable adjustments

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Materials & Joining Specialist to join their Technology & Innovation team in the UK. The role involves defining material selections and joining strategies that ensure high-quality manufacturing. Ideal candidates will have experience in sectors such as automotive and aerospace, with a solid understanding of how product design impacts manufacturability.

The position also involves collaboration with production teams to ensure optimal and cost-effective designs are aligned with real production environments. This role is suited for individuals who thrive in dynamic and innovative settings.

Qualifications

• Background in automotive, aerospace, rail, or construction sectors.
• Experience defining materials and joining strategies for engineered products.
• Understanding of production constraints and processes.

Responsibilities

• Define and optimize material selections and joining strategies.
• Ensure designs are structurally robust and suitable for manufacturing.
• Collaborate with teams to align material choices with production environments.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Knowledge of joining technologies

Systems thinking

Strong analytical skills

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Materials & Joining Specialist to join their Technology & Innovation team in the UK. The role involves defining material selections and joining strategies that ensure high-quality manufacturing. Ideal candidates will have experience in sectors such as automotive and aerospace, with a solid understanding of how product design impacts manufacturability.

The position also involves collaboration with production teams to ensure optimal and cost-effective designs are aligned with real production environments. This role is suited for individuals who thrive in dynamic and innovative settings.