materials scientist Reading, England
Job description
Materials Scientist (Metals) ABJ6690
South East c35-47k + Bonus
As metals materials scientist, chemist or physicist (with specialty in metals) you would join a global R&D team to work for creating and maintaining material specifications and managing projects. As a strong materials scientist in metals you would be collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and suppliers. The role will involve some materials metals characterisation testing in a lab environment, analyzing data, and providing technical expertise in the field of metals.
Key Responsibilities
· Provide support for the qualification and testing of metal packaging materials.
· Test samples, interpret data, write reports with clear conclusions and recommendations.
· Provide support for failure investigations of materials to support supplier claims.
· Assist with updating and maintaining all materials records to ensure they are completed according to current protocols.
· Provide support for Cr-free and new market initiatives.
· Support supplier negotiations for technical and regulatory documentation.
· Assist with improving and developing test methods for analysing the performance of packaging material.
· Support on-going improvement in materials performance through hands-on technical support.
· Liaise with the Packaging Performance team in support of the validation stage of material qualifications.
Qualifications / Experience
· Degree ((BSc/BEng/MChem/MSci), Materials science , Metallurgy, Chemistry, Physical sciences or Materials Engineering or Packaging
· Materials characterisation techniques like microscopy or (SEM), (EDX) (TEM), (FIM), (SPM), (AFM), (STM) (XRT)
· Material development, metal and coating R&D environment.
· Practical experience/knowledge in the Aluminium, foil, Steel/Tinplate
· Proven experience in researching and analysing metallic materials
· Hands-on experience with various characterization techniques, such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and energy dispersive x-ray (EDX) analysis.
· Familiarity with manufacturing processes for metals, such as casting, forging, and heat treatment
· Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
· Experience of working with a laboratory.
· Able to successfully manage multiple projects with competing demands on resources.
Salary dependent on experience Bonus: 15% | Holiday: 25 days | Pension: Employer 9% contribution; private medical Insurance; Life Assurance; Onsite Gym
To Apply: Please contact Alison Basson
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 24 months
Salary: £30,000.00-£47,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Reading: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Project Management: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: ABJ6690
