Assistant Materials & Corrosion Engineer in Aberdeen

Assistant Materials & Corrosion Engineer in Aberdeen

Aberdeen Temporary 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Sonomatic RAIS

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support corrosion management and materials assurance activities across operated assets.
  • Company: Join Sonomatic, a leader in engineering solutions with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Gain valuable experience on a 6-month contract with potential for extension.
  • Other info: Collaborate with experienced engineers and enhance your skills in a supportive team.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring safe and reliable operations in a dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: Interest in materials and corrosion engineering; relevant coursework or experience preferred.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

Sonomatic are looking for an Assistant Materials & Corrosion Engineer on a 6-month fixed term contract, with the possibility to extend for a longer period. The Assistant Engineer will support the corrosion management and materials assurance activities across operated assets. The role focuses on identifying corrosion threats, supporting mitigation strategies, and assisting with integrity assessments to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations.

  • Corrosion & Materials Engineering
    • Assist in identifying corrosion threats including CO₂, H₂S, MIC, erosion‑corrosion, pitting, CUI, and galvanic corrosion.
    • Support preparation and maintenance of Corrosion Threat Assessments.
    • Assist with materials selection reviews, including carbon steel, CRA, duplex, elastomers, and non‑metallics.
    • Review operating envelopes (temperature, pressure, pH, water chemistry) for corrosion relevance.
  • Inspection & Integrity Support
    • Support inspection planning activities including RBI, inspection scopes, and degradation mechanism reviews.
    • Review inspection and monitoring data (UT, corrosion probes, coupons, pigging data).
    • Assist with anomaly assessment and fitness‑for‑service inputs under guidance of senior engineers.
  • Chemical & Fluid Management
    • Support evaluation of corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, biocides, and other production chemicals.
    • Assist with laboratory testing reviews (corrosion testing, elastomer compatibility, scale tendency).
    • Review produced water and injection water chemistry for corrosion and souring risks.
  • Operational Support
    • Provide corrosion review for MOCs, well interventions, tie‑ins, and new projects.
    • Support investigations into corrosion‑related failures or excursions.
    • Interface with operations, inspection, and materials suppliers as required.
  • Documentation & Reporting
    • Prepare corrosion engineering calculations, technical notes, and reports.
    • Update and maintain Corrosion Management Framework and IOW data trending.
    • Ensure engineering documentation complies with company and regulatory requirements.

Assistant Materials & Corrosion Engineer in Aberdeen employer: Sonomatic RAIS

Sonomatic is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee development and fosters a collaborative work culture. As an Assistant Materials & Corrosion Engineer, you will benefit from hands-on experience in corrosion management while working alongside seasoned professionals in a supportive environment. With opportunities for growth and the potential for contract extension, Sonomatic offers a rewarding career path in a dynamic industry.

Sonomatic RAIS

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Sonomatic RAIS Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Materials & Corrosion Engineer in Aberdeen

Corrosion Management
Materials Assurance
Integrity Assessments
Corrosion Threat Identification
Corrosion Inhibitors Evaluation
Laboratory Testing Reviews
Inspection Planning