Materials Technologist

An opportunity has arisen for a technologist to join our client’s laboratory team responsible for manufacturing processes used in the production of gas turbine engine components. The role will be technical in nature working with suppliers, manufacturing and the quality function to progress projects, review reports against specifications and approve documentation. Key activities:

• Support of coating and machining processes; Thermal Barrier Coatings, Laser Machining, EDM Machining, Brazing, Welding, Heat Treatment.
• Attend project and technical meetings. Take actions and work with the wider client and supplier team to progress these to a close. Provide technical advice to the client and supplier manufacturing engineering teams.
• Support quality issue investigations and process improvements within client and external supply chain.
• Support client internal specification update by liaising with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Support NADCAP / Internal Audits and NCR close completion.
• Review and assess submitted data cards for acceptability against the specification requirements.
• Review method change request documentation.
• Review and assess submitted data against the specification documents. Summarise this in technical report format to present conclusions and recommendations back to the submitter.
• Occasional supplier visits will be required.
  
  Degree in Material Science or related subject
• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Experience of quality management systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in use of Microsoft office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  
  Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.
  
  Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.
• Competitive salary/benefits
• Development and career opportunities around the Globe
• Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin.