Metallurgical Technician

Intertek; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development and career opportunities

Dynamic team environment

Job summary

Intertek in the United Kingdom is seeking a detail‑oriented metallurgical analyst to support preparation, testing and analysis of metal samples. You'll work with laboratory equipment to perform microscopic evaluation, corrosion testing and chemical analysis, contributing to high‑quality reports.

This role offers development opportunities within a global network, ongoing training, and a collaborative team focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree or qualification in sciences or another technical discipline.
• Clear and effective communication skills

Responsibilities

• Metallurgical preparation of metal samples in line with specifications, including sectioning, grinding, polishing and etching of samples.
• Microscopic evaluation of samples to specifications.
• Performance of corrosion tests.
• Chemical analysis of metal samples.
• Report analysis findings in an accurate and concise manner.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Science degree

Job description

You will have a keen eye for detail, with a passion for producing accurate, high-quality work. You'll be confident and comfortable working with laboratory equipment to carry out microscopic evaluation, corrosion testing and chemical analysis. As a collaborative team player, you'll communicate effectively with colleagues and clients, thrive in a quality-driven environment, and be committed to continuous improvement and delivering excellent results.

Required skills and experience:

• Degree or qualification in sciences or another technical discipline.
• Clear and effective communication skills

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established laboratory where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality metallurgical testing and analysis services. Working alongside an experienced team, you'll be involved in the preparation, testing and evaluation of metal samples for a diverse range of industries, helping clients make informed engineering and manufacturing decisions. In return, you'll have the opportunity to further develop your technical expertise, work with modern laboratory equipment and techniques, and contribute to a business that values quality, collaboration and professional development.

Key activities:

• Metallurgical preparation of metal samples in line with specifications, including sectioning, grinding, polishing and etching of samples.
• Microscopic Evaluation of samples to specifications.
• Performance of corrosion tests.
• Chemical analysis of metal samples.
• Report analysis findings in an accurate and concise manner.

WHAT WE OFFER

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

• Development and career opportunities around the Globe
• Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against applicants, and all qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer, ensuring our colleagues are compensated in line with independently assessed living standards. We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to support candidates and employees with disabilities or special needs.

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement, and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.