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The Role – Principal Objectives:
• To design, organise and carry out material production and processing trials at laboratory, pilot and production scales.
• To measure material properties, record, collate and interpret experimental data. Where necessary to develop new or improved testing methods.
• To apply existing knowledge of materials and processes so as to maximise benefits to the business through increased sales revenue and lower operating costs.
• To develop quicker and more efficient routes and processes for materials development
• To identify, quantify and communicate improvement opportunities relating to materials science and manufacture at MTC Stourport.
 

The Person – Key Requirements:
A good quality graduate in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or Applied Chemistry with a relevant post graduate qualification and / or some experience of working in industry. A good ‘A level’ in mathematics including statistics will be required. In addition it is important to be
• Able to apply scientific reasoning to complex industrial situations
• Able to work as part of a team and with people at all levels
• Able to locate & exploit relevant technology from other industries
• An innovative and logical thinker
• Energetic, enthusiastic, flexible and adaptable
• Willing to offer a ‘hands on’ approach

Some national and international travel will be required.
Candidates must have the right to live and work permanently in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.
 

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