Materials Scientist - Paints, Coatings & Waterproofing

ETS Technical Selection Ltd; Liverpool City Region; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of construction testing services in Liverpool is seeking a Materials Scientist to manage projects and prepare estimates. The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Materials Science and experience in building products or materials testing. This role includes hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Experience with Building Products or in Materials Development/Materials Testing.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects and prepare contract offers and estimates.
• Ensure maintenance of a good quality service and standards.

Skills

Research and investigate aspects of construction performance

Assess fitness for purpose of products

Co-ordinate assessments

Education

BSc or above in Materials Science discipline

Job description

Materials Scientist (Construction - Paints, Coatings & Waterproofing) - Liverpool, UK (with option of hybrid/homeworking 2 days per week)

A new vacancy for a Materials Scientist with leading international provider of performance testing, assessment & approval services to product developers and manufacturers in the Construction industry.

The main responsibility of the Materials Scientist will be to manage multiple projects and prepare contract offers and estimates relating the investigation, assessment and approval of Construction Products.

In addition, you will be required to research and investigate aspects of construction product performance.

You will also regularly converse with clients, ensuring maintenance of a good quality service and standards, at all times.

Essential Responsibilities:

* Research and investigate aspects of construction performance

* Assess fitness for purpose of products within contract periods and price estimates

* Co-ordinate work and activities involved in assessments, including sub-contracting work

* Carry our approval maintenance tasks including assessment of factory surveillance reports

Desired Skills & Technical Expertise:

* BSc or above in Materials Science discipline (Polymer Technology, Chemistry, Materials Engineering)

* Experience with Building Products OR in Materials Development/Materials Testing