At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct hands-on materials testing and support exciting customer projects.
- Company: Join a world-class team in a leading materials testing company.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with flexible working options available.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the materials science field with innovative projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in materials science or related field; lab experience is essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: South Yorkshire, Rotherham
Sector: Metals testing
Salary: Negotiable according to experience
Hybrid: No, this is office based in South Yorkshire
Please note: Due to the need for security clearance we can only consider UK nationals for this position.
About the Vacancy:
You will join a world-class team providing high quality materials characterisation and testing services to leading manufacturers and OEMs around the world. You will have experience working within a materials laboratory, ideally with metals. We are open to candidates from both industrial or research organisations. Based in Sheffield, there may be occasional business travel including customer visits, attendance and speaking opportunities at technical conferences.
Duties:
- Hands-on delivery of laboratory focused customer projects, from initial planning through to issuing of the final technical report.
- Supporting other members of the Innoval with delivery of customer projects, primarily within the materials laboratory.
- Supporting the Laboratory Quality Manager in maintaining UKAS ISO 17025 accreditation.
- Supporting external events including customer visits and industry conferences.
About You:
- Educated to degree level or equivalent in materials science, engineering, metallurgy or similar technical discipline - this is preferred.
- Previous experience of working in a laboratory environment, either industrially or academically - this is essential.
- Able to follow procedures and work instructions within a UKAS ISO 17025 accredited laboratory.
- Core experience of materials and metallurgical preparation techniques, optical and electron microscopy and tensile testing.
- Further technical experience in surface characterisation techniques, corrosion testing, heat treatments or failure investigation is desirable.
- Excellent data management attributes, including organisation, analysis, interpretation and reporting.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, able to interact with both technical and non-technical audiences in person and across different communication platforms.
- Proven technical report writing abilities.
- Strong IT skills with familiarity with MS Office applications.
- Fluent written and spoken English language skills.
- Strong attention to detail combined with excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Self-motivated, able to work both individually and as part of a multi-skilled team.
About Us:
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we’re happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
Laboratory Materials Technician in Rotherham employer: Nicholas Associates Group Limited
Join a world-class team in Sheffield as a Laboratory Materials Technician, where you will engage in high-quality materials characterisation and testing services for leading manufacturers globally. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through opportunities for professional development, participation in industry conferences, and a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion. With a focus on maintaining UKAS ISO 17025 accreditation, we offer a dynamic environment that encourages innovation and collaboration among skilled professionals.
Contact Details:
Nicholas Associates Group Limited Recruitment Team
