Materials & Process Engineer

Capgemini Engineering; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Open access to digital learning platforms

Active diversity and inclusion networks

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering seeks a Consultant in Bristol to support aerospace engineering focusing on qualification, validation, and certification of surface technologies, particularly sealants and paints. The role involves test planning, execution, and oversight, requiring strong knowledge of materials engineering and mechanical testing. Capgemini promotes hybrid working and values diversity and inclusion. The position demands SC security clearance and an inclusive working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in materials and processes engineering, with a focus on surface technologies.
• Practical experience of mechanical coupon testing and result interpretation.
• Knowledge of sealants, paints, primers, and anti-corrosion systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, validation, and qualification of surface technologies.
• Define technical requirements for protective systems.
• Plan and execute mechanical coupon test campaigns.

Skills

Materials and processes engineering

Mechanical coupon testing

Knowledge of sealants and paints

Understanding of corrosion mechanisms

Familiarity with aerospace standards

Job description

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Role Overview

The consultant will work in close collaboration with customers to support major aerospace engineering technical departments. The role focuses on the qualification, validation, and certification of surface technologies, specifically sealants, paints, and anti‑corrosion systems, with a strong emphasis on mechanical and environmental coupon testing.

The engineer will provide technical support from requirement capture through to aircraft or product implementation, operating in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. The role involves technical leadership of qualification and test activities, coordination with laboratories and suppliers, and supporting production, certification, and in‑service topics.

Your role

The role mainly entails support to the development, validation, and qualification of sealants, paints, and anti‑corrosion systems, including:

• Capture and interpretation of design, manufacturing, and certification requirements
• Definition of technical requirements for surface technologies and protective systems
• Planning, execution, and technical oversight of mechanical coupon test campaigns, including:
  • Static and durability testing
  • Environmental exposure (temperature, humidity, fluids)
  • Adhesion, cohesion, peel, shear, and tensile testing
  • Corrosion‑related testing in conjunction with coatings and sealant systems

Your profile

If you have experience with any of the following please apply.

• Experience in materials and processes engineering, with a focus on surface technologies
• Practical experience of mechanical coupon testing, test planning, and result interpretation
• Knowledge of sealants, paints, primers, and anti‑corrosion systems
• Understanding of corrosion mechanisms, surface preparation, and coating performance
• Familiarity with aerospace standards, specifications, and test methods

What You’ll Love About Working Here

• Hybrid working
• Open access to digital learning platforms
• Active employee networks promoting diversity, equity and inclusion like OutFront, CapAbility or Women@Capgemini

Disability Confident Employment

Capgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme. As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who declare they have a disability, and meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. Please opt in during the application process.

• Declare they have a disability, and
• Meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

Need to know

• All roles will require a level of security clearance; This role requires SC clearance
• You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusivefuture is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We have built a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.