Materials Application Engineer - Aviation domain GBX

Quest Global; Torino; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking a Materials Application Engineer for their Engineering Support office in the Turin area. The ideal candidate will lead R&D, tests, and analyses related to materials while collaborating across various departments.

Required qualifications include a Master's degree in a relevant field and fluency in English. Additional skills in Additive Manufacturing and laboratory experience are favored. This role offers a competitive salary range from €28,000 to €30,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Materials, Nanotechnology, or Engineering required.
• Experience in Additive Manufacturing is a plus.
• Familiarity with various materials and characterization tests is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct R&D, tests, and analyses related to materials.
• Develop technical specifications for special treatments.
• Perform failure analysis on damaged components.

Skills

Materials knowledge

Additive Manufacturing expertise

Laboratory operations experience

English proficiency

Computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Education

Materials/Nanotechnology/Engineering Master Degree

Job description

Materials Application Engineer

Work locations: Turin area

Salary range: 28000 E - 30000 E

The selected resource, assigned to a well‑structured Engineering Support office dealing with Aero Engines / Gearboxes domain, will be in charge for the activities related to R&D, test, analysis and characterization of materials, Verify & Validation development processes of new materials, definition of technical specifications of special treatments, failure analysis/investigation on damaged and/or NC components, partnering with other departments (i.e., Design, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain etc) and directly interfacing with suppliers.

Qualification Requirements

• Materials/Nanotechnology/Engineering Master Degree or similar background;
• Some expertise in Additive Manufacturing processes and technologies will be preferential;
• Broad knowledge about different materials (metallic, ceramic, composite, polymeric, etc) and experience on characterization tests;
• Laboratory operations experience (knowledge of procedures, equipment, etc);
• Knowledge about coating / surface treatments processes advantageous but not mandatory;
• Proficiency in English;
• Good computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).

Desired Skills

• Commitment, precision, flexibility, proactivity, reliability;
• Self‑organization/self‑motivation oriented mindset;
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
• Excellent team‑work attitude;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Availability for business travels (short & long term travels);
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and work in a fast‑paced environment, meeting strict deadlines.