Mechanical Test Engineer

We invite you to join our dynamic team in the Materials and Testing laboratory in Wrexham during an exciting period of growth at Syensqo. As explorers in the field of materials science, our M&T Lab plays a crucial role in delivering essential product test data for aerospace customer qualifications, product re-sites, problem resolution, and product development activities. This role involves continuous improvement of testing methods, expansion of testing capabilities to include physical, mechanical, and NDI techniques, support with test requests, and root cause analysis investigation. You will be involved in method development, delivering and improving training, and networking with the wider Syensqo community and industry. By joining our team, you will contribute to our mission of advancing humanity through scientific exploration.

We count on you for:

• Developing and implementing new testing techniques and improving existing methods.
• Leading continuous improvement initiatives and method development.
• Ensuring the development, standardisation and implementation of reporting improvements through new procedures.
• Delivering and enhancing training programmes for laboratory staff.
• Expanding testing capabilities to include physical, analytical, mechanical, and NDI techniques.
• Networking with the wider Syensqo community and industry experts.
• Conducting round robin studies and gaining accreditations from organisations such as Airbus, NADCAP, and NCamp.
• Supporting test requests and providing detailed reports with matrix comparisons to industry standards.
• Performing root cause analysis and troubleshooting test failures.

You can count on us for:

• A commitment to safety and sustainability in all our operations.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Support in developing your leadership skills and expanding your expertise in a dynamic team environment.
• Opportunities to engage with a global network of experts and access to cutting-edge equipment.

You will bring:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, or Technology (minimum).
• 5 years’ experience in the advanced materials market in a technical capacity.
• 2 years’ experience in a leadership or managerial position preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of Six Sigma, Lean, and Continuous Improvement tools, techniques, and methodology.
• Intermediate or advanced understanding of the composites industry, including resin families, fibres, test methods, and statistics.
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and stakeholders.

You will get:

• Competitive salary
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

This is not a remote position, physical presence is required at our Wrexham site in the UK, however, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. Occasional travel might be required to other global sites, for the support of internal laboratories, as well as external test houses and customers.

About us: Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.

At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.