Senior Materials Engineer

Description

• Assist with implementation of R&D, localization, and business initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal and external testing labs to verify material and product performance; develop new test methods as needed.
• Identify technical problems and propose solutions, including material redesign or substitution to meet performance and regulatory requirements.
• Support the development and application of all processes using engineering polymers.
• Develop, design, and execute material performance evaluation and improvement programs for polymer-based components.
• Work with manufacturing teams to trial new materials and processes; support the sourcing team in global procurement strategies.

Requirements

• Understand and initiate IP generation in your area of specialization and participating in the project IP strategy development.
• Experience with conduits and fittings for vehicles.
• Understanding of polymer testing and validation methods.
• Experience in the selection and evaluation of polymer suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of polymer processing such injection molding and extrusion for engineering thermoplastics.
• Familiarity with plastic component design for automotive and/or electrical applications.
• Knowledge of technical regulations (UL, IEC, CSA, CCC, etc.).
• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Polymer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar, with a minimum of 5 years of related industry experience.

Benefits

• Generous employee referral scheme
• Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally
• Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)
• Competitive contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 25 days annual  leave plus bank holidays
• Competitive salary

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance