Location
Bristol
Closing date
31st July
Position Title
Hazardous Materials Defence Engineer
Salary Range
Up to £45,000 per annum
Working Pattern
Flexible hybrid working pattern at Frazer‑Nash with time split between the office, client sites and working from home.
Why this role is different
From early on you’ll be supporting real projects—working alongside experienced consultants to understand how materials compliance works in practice. We’ll help you build confidence step by step. Through a mix of hands‑on project work, mentoring, and structured development, you’ll gain the technical depth and judgement needed to work in regulated industries like defence. If you’re motivated by learning quickly, asking good questions, and doing work that stands up to scrutiny, you’ll fit right in.
What You’ll Work On
- Materials regulations & compliance: learning how regulations such as REACH and RoHS apply in real engineering projects.
- Hazardous materials management: understanding how materials are controlled safely across an asset’s lifecycle.
- Materials assurance activities: helping assess compliance with regulations, client policies, and internal standards.
- Environmental and safety considerations: supporting decisions that protect people and the environment.
- Technical evidence: contributing to clear, well‑structured documentation that justifies engineering decisions.
Day‑to‑day Tasks
- Support technical work on materials compliance and assurance tasks.
- Assist in developing and reviewing compliance processes and documentation.
- Contribute to project work, supporting delivery against scope, quality, and timelines.
- Help gather and interpret information for materials‑related assessments.
- Build familiarity with relevant legislation and its practical implications.
- Work closely with experienced engineers who will guide your development.
- Contribute to technical reports that are clear, accurate, and auditable.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Some experience (industry, placement, or postgraduate work) in a relevant field.
- A degree in materials science, chemistry, engineering, or similar.
- An interest in materials compliance, safety, or environmental impact.
- Clear communication skills—you can explain your thinking and write in a structured way.
- A careful, detail‑oriented approach suited to regulated environments.
Desirable (Nice‑to‑have) Skills
- Any exposure to the defence industry.
- Awareness of REACH, RoHS, or similar regulations.
- Experience with materials testing, lab work, or technical analysis.
- A postgraduate qualification or further study in a related field.
Development Pathway
- Day‑to‑day learning on live projects.
- Mentoring from experienced consultants.
- Exposure to materials compliance, regulation, and real‑world application.
- Opportunities to gradually take on more responsibility and independence.
- A clear progression path to subject matter expert as confidence and capability develop.
Pre‑Employment Screening
Due to the nature of the work that Frazer‑Nash Consultancy undertakes, candidates will be required to undergo pre‑employment screening and must be able to satisfy clearance criteria for UK National Security Vetting.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with yearly reviews.
- 25 days holiday + the opportunity to buy 5 days.
- A company that has its heart in the right place and a welcoming work culture.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Enhanced parental benefits.
- Company pension scheme.
- Targeted professional development.
- Life assurance.
- Private healthcare membership.
- Bonus scheme linked to company performance.
- Paid membership fees to a professional institution.
- Support in attaining professional membership.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Season rail ticket loan.
- Further optional benefits you can tailor to your personal requirements.
