At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical investigations and solve complex product challenges in flooring and wall cladding.
- Company: Altro, a trusted British manufacturer with over 100 years of innovation.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with a focus on sustainability and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on products that enhance safety and wellbeing in various environments.
- Qualifications: Background in chemistry, materials science, polymer science, or chemical engineering required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.
At Altro, we're a leading British manufacturer of premium flooring and wall cladding systems, trusted worldwide for over 100 years.
We're passionate about creating innovative products that improve safety, wellbeing and performance in the built environment.
We're looking for an experienced Materials or Product Development Scientist to join our European Product Development team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in chemistry, materials science, polymer science or chemical engineering to play a key role in developing and improving products used across healthcare, education, transport and commercial environments.
This is a full time, permanent role with hybrid working (3 days a week in our Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire HQ, with occasional travel to Dessau, Germany) What you'll be doing Leading technical investigations and solving complex product, material and process challenges.
Supporting the development and improvement of flooring and walling products.
Applying expertise in formulation, materials selection, testing and analysis to drive product performance.
Planning, conducting and interpreting laboratory, pilot and production-scale trials.
Working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Sustainability, Regulatory Affairs, Procurement and Product Management teams.
Supporting projects focused on ...
Senior Materials & Product Development Scientist employer: Altro
At Altro, we pride ourselves on being a family-owned company that values its employees and fosters a supportive work culture. With competitive benefits including generous holiday entitlement, private medical cover, and extensive learning and development opportunities, we are committed to your growth and well-being. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility while you contribute to meaningful projects in a collaborative environment, making Altro an excellent employer for those seeking a rewarding career in manufacturing.
