Materials Testing Engineer (Hydrogen)

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing and certification company seeks a Materials Testing Engineer (Hydrogen) in Hitchin. This hands-on role involves developing and supporting testing technologies, ensuring safety and quality in laboratory environments. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering and proficiency in SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or BSc in relevant engineering with significant experience.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and testing technologies.
• Excellent English communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of new testing technologies.
• Design and maintain lab equipment.
• Manage projects and ensure testing quality.

Skills

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Ability to multitask

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering

BSc with 5+ years of experience

Tools

3D CAD (SolidWorks)

Job description

Element Materials Technologies seeks to recruit a Materials Testing Engineer (Hydrogen) interested in material testing and characterization, with a focus on hydrogen environments.

As part of our operations team in Hitchin, the Materials Testing Engineer (Hydrogen) will perform and develop routine and non-routine testing, analysis, and investigations. The engineer should be proficient in mechanical engineering fundamentals, safety rules, and company policies.

This hands-on role involves laboratory testing of components and samples, customer interaction, project management, and technical reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support development of new testing technologies
• Design, install, and maintain lab equipment
• Participate in project setup, testing, and reporting
• Ensure safety and quality standards
• Develop standard operating procedures

Skills / Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering with at least 2 years of experience, or BSc with 5+ years of proven experience
• Knowledge of test machines, drives, and control technology
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks)
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Strong analytical and computer skills
• Understanding of testing machines and ability to multitask

Company Overview

Element is a leading testing, inspection, and certification company with over 9,000 employees across 30 countries. We aim to make tomorrow safer than today, supporting customers from R&D to production.

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, considering all qualified candidates without discrimination based on age, disability, ethnicity, gender, or other characteristics.