Materials Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a degree-qualifiedMaterials Engineer / Metallurgist to join a specialist technical team supporting customers across aerospace, motorsport, defence, medical, energy, nuclear, and advanced engineering sectors.

The Role

• Provide metallurgical and technical support to customers and internal teams.
• Prepare, etch, and assess microstructures.
• Support mechanical, physical, and chemical testing activities.
• Handle chemicals safely in accordance with COSHH regulations.
• Assist with laboratory activities and customer training sessions.

Requirements

• BEng/BSc in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy.
• Experience with metallography, microstructure analysis, and laboratory testing.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Salary up to £45,000 per annum
• Monday to Thursday: 07:00 – 16:00
• Friday: 07:00 – 15:30 (37 hours per week)
• No weekend working
• Christmas shutdown
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Company pension and annual bonus scheme
• Sick pay after probation
• Uniform and safety boots provided
• Free on-site parking
• ASAP start available
• One-stage face-to-face interview process

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected technical organisation where you'll work with a wide range of materials and industries while continuing to develop your metallurgical expertise.

Hue Recruitment Ltd is an independent recruitment agency specialising in permanent and temporary placements, committed to matching the right candidates with the right opportunities while delivering a professional, people-focused service.