are looking for a Mechanical Test Engineer to support product qualifications, development, and problem resolution for the aerospace sector. This role offers hands-on involvement in test method development, continuousimprovement, and expansion of testing capabilities across mechanical, physical, and NDI techniques. To be considered for this role you will be degree educated in Materials Science, Chemistry … previous industrial experience of developing analytical, physical and mechanical testing methods of polymers, composites or materials. Responsibilities: Develop and improve mechanical and analytical test methods Lead method development and continuousimprovement initiatives Deliver and enhance internal training programmes Lead the development and analytical laboratory when required Support customer test requests and generate detailed technical reports Conduct root … in Polymer or Materials Science preferred) 5+ years' experience in a technical role within advanced materials 2+ years' leadership or supervisory experience (preferred) Experience with Six Sigma, Lean, and ContinuousImprovement tools Strong knowledge of composites, resin systems, fibre types, and relevant test methods Confident communicator with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills Able to manage multiple More ❯
Wrexham, Clwyd, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
IOM3 (Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining)
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 continuousimprovement 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 … candidates with a proven background in similar activities are especially encouraged to apply. We count on you for: Developing and implementing new testing techniques and improving existing methods. Leading continuousimprovement 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 … 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 ContinuousImprovement 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 More ❯
time to time depending on the needs of the company Who are we looking for? We are looking for people, with a positive outlook, who embrace change and continualimprovement displaying a ‘can do’ attitude which will instil confidence with our clients to foster brilliant relationships. You will have experience of conducting audits, ideally externally. You will be … levels of organisation, diligence and flexibility, being able to adapt to deal with all kinds of clients and situations • Confidence and positivity • Can do’ attitude, embracing changes and continualimprovement Here’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members: 25 Days of Holiday + Bank: We’re talking sun-soaked beaches, snow More ❯