Technologist - Degree Apprentice

Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited; West Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in glass manufacturing is seeking a Technologist for a Degree Apprenticeship. This role involves laboratory testing and support for glazing products. The ideal candidate will have relevant A-Level qualifications and the ability to work independently. You will receive a competitive salary and benefits, including 25 days of holiday. The position is based in Lathom, Lancashire.

Benefits

Fully funded Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship

Competitive salary and benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Defined contribution pension

Onsite restaurant facilities

Onsite free car parking

Qualifications

• Conduct laboratory-based material testing.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively.
• High attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support technical work in existing development projects.
• Conduct various types of material testing and analysis.
• Apply statistical methods to analyze results.

Skills

A-Level or equivalent in Maths, Physics or Engineering

5 GCSE passes including Maths, English and Science

Strong attention to detail

Good oral and written communication

Education

A-Level or equivalent

5 GCSEs including Maths, English and Science

Job description

Technologist – Degree Apprenticeship

Location: Lathom, Lancashire

Qualifications: A-Level or equivalent

Salary: Starting at £23,000 per annum

Fully funded, leading to a Level 6 Materials Science degree from University of Derby

WHO ARE WE?

The NSG Group is a global leader in glass manufacturing in three business areas: Architectural, Automotive and Creative Technology.

Our mission is to change our surroundings and improve our world. We work towards our Vision which is based on the strong belief in our long-held values: sincere and ethical culture, commitment to safety and technology and respect for people.

THE ROLE

The Functional Technology Team, within the Research and Development function is responsible for the development and testing of glazing products for the global architectural and automotive strategic business units.

You'll support technical work within existing development projects and manufacturing support activities whilst working towards a Degree Apprenticeship at The University of Derby.

As a Degree Apprentice your responsibilities will include:

Conducting laboratory-based material testing

Measurement of material characteristics.
Glass fractography for cause of failure assessment.
Experimental stress analysis (including strain-gauging and photoelasticity).
Optical microscopy via both stereo and polarising microscopes.
Statistical analysis and reporting of results

Production of Weibull modulus distributions.
Application of process capability analysis and confidence interval plots.
Testing and characterisation of glazing products

Thermal processing, printing or laminating techniques.
Temperature, UV and humidity exposure.
Spectroscopic assessment techniques.


WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

You and your Skills

Have A Level (or equivalent) qualifications in Maths, Physics or Engineering.
Have 5 GCSE passes including Maths, English and Science.
Can learn quickly and act independently, taking personal responsibility to deliver results.
Are a self-starter who can work under pressure on their own initiative and able to prioritise workloads to achieve deadlines.
Are a careful, thorough individual who pays close attention to detail and possesses good oral and written communication skills.
Benefits

Fully funded Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship.
Competitive salary and benefits.
25 days holiday (plus declared bank holidays).
Defined contribution pension.
Onsite restaurant facilities.
Onsite free car parking.
We give everyone an equal opportunity to contribute to their full potential and harness the richness of ideas.

If you believe you can take on the challenge, we very much want to hear from you.

Closing date - 25th July 2025