Material Test Engineer

The Opportunity This role is within the Materials Laboratory – The role will focus on delivering materials test services to Engineering in support of Materials Characterisation, Program Delivery and Investigation into quality issues. The main activity will be to carry out materials tests and verification to prescribed procedures, including sample preparation, test scheduling and reporting out results. This will involve both the use of the laboratory equipment and interrogation of suppliers test reports. Key Performance Indicators * Delivery of materials testing, test reports and test plans to agreed deadlines. * Maintenance laboratory equipment to ensure continued robust operation. * Ensure laboratory area complies with 5S principles Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities * Preparation of test facility and/or test materials to enable effective and timely analysis. * Delivery of materials test activities within the laboratory, to defined procedures and processes * To collate, manipulate and interpret data which will be used to inform engineering decisions, to communicate out results in an easy to understand format. * Provide test expertise and interpretation on supplier delivered reports where techniques used are relevant. * Manage laboratory equipment to enable continued effective operation * Maintain facility to high standards including 5S and safety activity. * Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested from time to time Key Interactions * Materials Engineering * Body Engineering * Vehicle Engineering * Design Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential: * Min GSCE or equivalent in Maths, English and a science discipline * Ability to follow set procedures as communicated * IT skills to use standard Office applications and IT hardware * Ability to plan multiple tasks and deliver to agreed deadlines Desirable: * Knowledge of automotive systems / interactions * Understanding of Materials science * Knowledge of materials testing Personal Profile Essential: * An individual who is driven to deliver activity and results in a complex, demanding environment * Ability to follow accurate and robust working practices * An individual with the ability to prioritise their work load * A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex data and ideas * An effective team player who supports team members Desirable: * Desire to learn new skills and improve processes. * Experience of working in a materials test laboratory environment * Inquisitive nature to understand issues and techniques used in materials testing